Developing Social Skills for Neurodiverse Students & Diverse Learners
Step-by-step, play-based strategies for neurodiverse learners aged 3-8.
Preschoolers with autism
3-Hour Self-Paced Professional Learning • Evidence-Based SEL Toolkit • Printable Resources • 100 % Money-Back Assurance
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Transform Engagement & Participation with Strengths-Based SEL
(ASD, ODD, PDA, ADHD and more)
Practical, strengths-focused strategies that boost peer connection, lift academic engagement and reduce behavioural incidents. Tailored for Australian educators, therapists and families supporting neurodiverse learners.
In this Early Childhood training you will learn:
Teach SEL for Wellbeing
Align emotional skills with the Australian Curriculum.
Four Resilience Tools
Bounce-back scripts for playground conflicts or test anxiety.
Ready-Made Visuals & Scripts
Print-and-go social narratives and regulation cards.
Lesson Outline
Lesson 1 – Emotional Awareness Foundations (15 min)
- Use real names & settings (Tip 1): e.g. “How do you think Jamie felt when the swing broke?”
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Follow a Name–Show–Manage formula (Tip 2) with picture-book examples:
Name it – Show it – Manage it
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Quick, fun variation drills: present 3 rapid “Feelings Flash” scenarios and have students rotate through cards.
Lesson 2 – Coping & Self-Regulation Toolkit (20 min)
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Frame directions positively (Tip 5): e.g. “When upset, use your breathing buddy” (not “Don’t shout”).
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Catch & reward correct strategy use (Tip 6)—implement a simple token system for on-the-spot wins.
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Practice across settings (Tip 7): rehearse calm-down in the classroom, on the playground, and even at home (video role-play).
Lesson 3 – Authentic Social Interaction (25 min)
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Role-play using a Script Formula (Tip 2 & 3):
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Greet – Engage – Exit”
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Peer-mediated modeling (Tip 8): pair neurotypical and neurodiverse students in structured “Buddy Chats.”
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Daily practice & reflection (Tip 9): set a 2-minute end-of-day check-in to share successes and challenges.
All lessons include: downloadable handouts, full transcripts, and a short video demo.
Drive Academic & Behaviour Gains
Measurable lifts in literacy, numeracy & attendance.
Peer-Mediated Clubs
Inclusive LEGO® & lunchtime groups that build lasting friendships.
Managing Sensory and Behaviour
Understand sensory processing issues and apply effective behavior management to support meltdowns.
Included Bonuses
Editable PDFs for Every Objective
20 Extra Classroom Games & Visuals
Direct Access to Sue for Course Questions
What Our Participants Say
“Loved learning different strategies to use with neurodiverse students who are struggling socially. Great games and activities.”
“Brilliant. The stages of development – Play and friendships, strategies and resources.”
“The practical ideas which followed on from the theory.”
“Getting a deeper insight on ways to support our neurodiverse students. Small but effective strategies that support ALL students as they develop.”
“A very thorough and easy to navigate course that provides very useful resources and a deep understanding of the needs of young neurodiverse students.“
Is this course for me?
✔ Classroom & Specialist Teachers
✔ School Support Officers (ESOs, TAs, LSAs)
✔ Speech Pathologists, OTs & Psychologists
✔ Parents, Carers & NDIS Key Workers
Developing Early Childhood Approaches for Children with Additional Needs:
✅ 5 Hours, 7 Lessons
✅ Online On-demand Course
✅ Transcript to refer back to forever
✅ Certificate of Completion
✅ Handout includes Additional Helpful Tips
✅ Email questions directly to Sue Larkey
✅ 100% Money back – if, after the first two lessons, you decide the course is not for you
✅ IT support
Enrol in this Course with Confidence
100% Money Back Guarantee & Zero Risk Promise
If you start this course and find that it is not for you, we will refund 100%, no reason required. Just email support@suelarkey.com.au
Developing Social Skills for Children with Diverse Learning Needs with Sue Larkey – On-Demand Course
Includes full access to all course materials and a certificate of completion.
To have an invoice sent to your organisation for payment please email support@suelarkey.com.au.
A$149.00
Meet Sue Larkey
Sue Larkey is a highly respected educator, author, and speaker with extensive experience in autism spectrum disorder (ASD). She has taught students in both mainstream and special education settings, combining practical experience with extensive research. Sue holds a Master’s in Special Education and has completed the research sections of her Doctorate in Education.
Sue’s podcast, the “Sue Larkey Podcast,” has over 1.3 million downloads across more than 200 episodes and is the #1 ranked Apple Podcast in Australia in the Course category. Her podcast resources are used by leading universities, including Monash University and Canberra University, to train teachers. She also has a global following, with over 135,000 subscribers to her weekly e-newsletter in more than 30 countries and a community of 130,000 Facebook followers.
Sue has authored over 18 books aimed at educators, teacher assistants, and parents/carers, and is a former winner of the Naturally Autistic International Award for Community Contribution. She has delivered hundreds of speeches at both international and national conferences, earning recognition as a trusted source of knowledge, compassion, and inspiration for educators, support workers, and families.
Best Selling Book for the Social Skill Development
This best-selling handbook offers educators and support staff a comprehensive toolkit for fostering social skills in neurodiverse and inclusive classrooms. Featuring 50+ ready-to-use games, role-play scripts, printable visuals, progress trackers and home–school guides, it empowers you to build confidence, resilience and peer relationships. Ideal for busy teachers. A must-have PD resource today.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When do we get the certificate?
Immediately upon completion of the course.
- Can the course be watched as a group?
Yes, the course can be watched together as a group, however each person participating needs to be individually registered.
- How long do I have to do the course
The initial access period is set to 3 months but we will always extend this if you need longer to complete the course.
- Can I rewatch the course?
Yes, you can rewatch the course as much as you like during the time that the course is available to you.
- I am having technical issues, what do I do?
Contact our team on support@suelarkey.com.au
- When is the course on?
It is an online On-demand course, so it can be watched whenever it suits you.