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FASD Foundations

Training for Professionals in Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders. Identification, Diagnosis, Intervention, & Advocacy.

 

Broome WA

Thursday 26th March 2026

 

With Dr Vanessa Spiller, Clinical Psychologist, FASD Educator, Author, and Parent to a young adult with FASD.

 

Updated content includes the newly released Australian Guidelines for Assessment and Diagnosis of FASD!

 
This full-day face-to-face FASD training program provides health-care, justice, education, out-of-home-care and other professionals with a comprehensive overview of FASD and training in the fundamental skills needed to support individuals and families impacted by FASD in a range of settings.
 
Based on the book "Explained by Brain: A workbook for parents, carers and educators who have 
tried everything or don't know where to start" & "Mind the Gaps: Tools to Map the Needs of Diverse Brains" by Dr Vanessa Spiller and current national and
International research.
 
The training content includes vital information on:
 
FASD in the national and international context
FASD symptoms in the real world
How FASD impacts everyday functioning
Diagnosis and the roles all professionals can play
Brain domains impacted by prenatal alcohol exposure
 How to "Ability Map" brain-based domains of functioning
 
Brain-based interventions for FASD - An introduction and review
Explain by Brain framework
 Extending ability mapping to intervention mapping
 Modifying the environment
Modifying expectations
Modifying the implementation of strategies
How to understand complex behavioural symptoms, such as stealing, confabulation, sexualised behaviours, etc
Intersections with trauma
 
Application of the Explained by Brain framework to the home, school, therapy room and other 
settings will be explored. 
 
Cost: $345 (+ GST)
Venue: To be announced
 

(Completion of FASD Foundation training is a prerequisite for all Masterclass Level training). 

 

 

 

Presented by Dr Vanessa Spiller

Dr. Vanessa Spiller is an accomplished Clinical Psychologist with an unwavering commitment to advocating for the needs of individuals impacted by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and other brain-based differences. With over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Spiller has become a leading voice in FASD education and interventions across Australia and overseas.

 Equipped with a Masters and PhD in Psychology, Dr. Spiller combines evidence-based approaches with practice-based evidence to offer comprehensive educational programs about FASD as well as therapeutic interventions. Her expertise lies in working collaboratively with organisations, families and people impacted by FASD, ensuring they receive the support and services required to navigate their disability and build on their strengths.

Learn Practical Tools to Identify, Assess, & Support Children & Adults with FASD.

 Terms and Conditions

  • Pricing is not inclusive of GST.  
  • To receive a refund, written notice of cancellation must be provided 14 days prior to the commencement of the course. The cancellation policy is final and non-negotiable.
  • Enrollment can be transferred to another person in lieu of a refund or may be exchanged for an equivalent online training package
  • JumpStart Psychology/FASD Training Australia is not responsible for any personal circumstances that prevent your attendance.
  • Upon completion of the training, a certificate of completion will be issued on request
  • Pre and/or post-training evaluations are optional, and any information collected may be de-identified, published and used for quality assurance.
  • Your personal information may be collected and stored securely 
  • Information provided in this training is general in nature and does not take into account your personal circumstances. Please seek professional advice for individualised information and support.

FASD Foundations training -Broome WA Thursday 26.3.26

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