Autism training packages

We are dedicated to sharing our autism expertise with professionals, parents, and anyone wanting to better understand how to support autistic young people with complex needs.

Our specialist autism training courses are designed for:

Parents and other family members
Staff at specialist autism-focused SEN provisions
Mainstream school staff with SEN responsibilities
Local authority professionals specialising in SEN
Other professionals working within the SEN sector

Through these courses, we aim to build knowledge, confidence, and practical skills that directly improve support for autistic young people.

TEACCH training

TEACCH is an evidence-based approach to learning for autistic people of all ages. It is at the very heart of our approach and we have strong links with the University of North Carolina where TEACCH originated.

Our staff are vital to our young people's success and we aim to equip them with our specialist autism knowledge so they can provide the best possible care for our young people. An exceptional number of our staff are TEACCH-trained to a high level.

We offer three levels of TEACCH training courses:

3 Day Structured Teaching - Based on the TEACCH Model - a three-day introduction to the theory and practical applications of Structured Teaching, delivered by Prior's Court TEACCH Certified Advanced Consultants and Practitioners.
Next course dates - August 25 to 27, 2026 and May 18 to 20, 2027
5-Day TEACCH course - a broad-based intensive course for parents and professionals working with autistic individuals. It provides both the theoretical and practical applications of Structured Teaching. The course is suitable for all those who have been working with autism for some time and wish to broaden and deepen their knowledge. The course will give learners an overview of autism from a historical and theoretical perspective before moving on to practical strategies to support autistic people.
Next course dates - November 2 to November 6, 2026, and February 8 to February 12, 2027
Beyond the Basics - an extension of the content presented at the 5-Day TEACCH training that will help professionals move beyond the basics. Includes a focus on coaching and supporting other professionals.
Designed as a continuation of professional development for those who have previously completed the 5-Day Hands-On TEACCH® Classroom Training, this course explores advanced applications of Structured TEACCHing strategies. Participants will engage in a range of interactive sessions including presentations, case studies, discussions, and group assignments.
Next course - TBC (register for training update emails to be among the first to know the next date.)

See all of our upcoming training courses

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Why choose Prior's Court for a TEACCH course?

Recent delegates who have completed the 5-Day course held at Prior's Court in February 2026 said:

“I liked the fact that we were surrounded by experts, the level of expertise was obvious. I liked the structure of the training. It was supportive but it did challenge. If it wasn't hands on, I would not have learnt so much.”

“The staff of Prior’s Court were wonderful to work with and the course itself was the best I think I've ever been on. Learnt more in those 5 days than my teacher training. I'm very grateful. ”

100% of respondents to our survey issued after the February course said they were "very satisfied" with the training overall, and would recommend the course to a friend or colleague.

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Get a taste of what you learn on our courses

During World Autism Acceptance Week 2025, Prior’s Court hosted a series of insightful talks exploring a range of topics related to autism.

One talk explored an overview of our Prior Approach, the specialist autism approach we use at Prior's Court based on TEACCH principles. This talk was presented by three members of our staff - Emma Barnes, Therapy Lead; Sue Piper, then Director of Learning; and Ruth Over, Autism Practice and Development Lead.

Watch the full talk on YouTube:

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Staff training

Our commitment to maintaining a high level of expertise in autism through staff training and research, such as the TEACCH methodology.
Research Programme

Improving outcomes through our autism research programme.
Resources

Resources for those supporting autistic people with complex needs.

Autism Practitioner

We're looking for people with and without experience in care to join our dedicated support teams to help the autistic young people with complex needs we support to thrive.
Team Manager - Care

Are you an inspiring leader passionate about making a difference in the lives of autistic young people with complex needs? We’re looking for Team Managers to guide our dedicated teams of Autism Practitioners and ensure that best practices are followed, leading to the best possible outcomes for those we support.
Our purpose and ambition

Our charity's purpose and ambition to transform the future for autistic young people with complex needs.
Admissions

Find out more about joining Prior's Court School or Young Adult Provision for autistic young people with complex needs, including our admissions policies and process
The Long Road: Zac, Jenny and Peter's stories (2025)

“The Long Road; Stories of love, hope and autistic young people with complex needs” features current Prior’s Court young person Zac, and Prior’s Court ‘alumni’ Peter and Jenny, and their families. The film explores the challenges, perseverance and love that shape the lives of autistic young people with complex needs – and highlights how the right support can create lasting impact well into adulthood.
Autism Practitioner - Nights

Our night teams play a key role in improving the sleep patterns of autsitic young people with complex needs and building their independence and life-skills.
Term dates

Prior's Court School term dates and school times
Autism Practitioner - Weekends

We're looking for people with and without experience in care to join our teams working at the weekends to support autistic young people with complex needs.
Our story

The story of Prior's Court - an autism education charity inspired over 20 years ago by the experience of one parent and one autistic child.
Minibus transport service for staff

We offer our Autism Practitioners minibus transport service to and from our rural site, meaning you do not need to be able to drive to work at Prior's Court.

Why we exist

All young people at Prior's Court are autistic, have severe learning disabilities and complex needs. We strive to help them to be healthy, happy, more independent and have the opportunity to work. We aspire to transform the lives of even more autistic young people with complex needs and continually push forward with improvements and innovations to provide the best possible care. This is why we exist. Read more

General donations

Every donation to Prior's Court, no matter how big or small, will help build a brighter future for autistic children and young people with complex needs. We are incredibly grateful for your support, thank you. For major gifts, please contact us directly. Read more

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