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In the UK, a core training programme is run by the National Portage Association. The National Portage association provides details of where these services can be found.  

Credentials

The National Portage Association (NPA) has developed a core curriculum for the Portage Basic Workshop to ensure the national consistency and credibility of its training. Each Portage Basic Workshop lasts for the equivalent of 3 full days, often delivered over 4 days. Portage Basic workshops are organised by Accredited NPA Trainers. Portage Basic Workshops are normally delivered at regional or local level. After this initial training, continuing support and development is available to Portage Home Visitors through the regular (weekly or fortnightly) supervisory meetings.

The National Portage Association has published Core Competencies for Portage Home Visitors. Registered services are advised to use this document to support all newly trained home visitors. There is no set amount of time suggested for its completion. Much will depend on previous experience and the current caseload.

The workshop focusing on children with complex social communication difficulties and autism is highlighted to enable participants to:

  • examine the Portage model and how it supports meeting the needs of children with social communication difficulties: autism
  • consider the relationship between the Portage model and recent developments in early interventions for children with social communication difficulties
  • understand the needs and individual differences of children with social communication difficulties
  • plan home visits reflecting recent knowledge in ASD and develop appropriate methods of recording
  • develop strategies for enhancing the communication, play, learning and behaviour of children with social communication difficulties

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Updated
17 Jun 2022
Last Review
01 Jan 2017
Next Review
01 May 2023