By providing support for students with Asperger syndrome who are in further and higher education, our aim is to ensure that their transition onto courses is smooth and that necessary support is in place. This involves working closely with both the student and the staff in their chosen place of study.
Support is delivered on an individually-tailored basis dependent on the needs of the student. It is flexible and might be increased at times of change or potential stress such as around examinations, or after staff changes. Funding for student support can be organised through students' Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA) or via their place of study.
Topics covered with students could include:
In addition, other areas of support could include:
The service is currently offered in Glasgow, Inverness and Aberdeen, but there are plans to provide it Scotland-wide. Our services in Inverness and Aberdeen also include a supported employment service for people with autism.
For further information, please contact:
Lee Gilson
EQUAL Project Manager
Prospects
The National Autistic Society Scotland
First Floor, 109 Hope Street
Glasgow G2 6LL
Tel: 0141 221 8090
Email: lee.gilson@nas.org.uk
Lesley Smith
Social Development and Supported Employment
NAS Scotland Student Support Service
Suite 1
30 Waterloo Quay
Aberdeen AB11 5BS
Tel: 01224 576822
Email: lesley.smith@nas.org.uk
Phyllis McWhirr
Social Development and Supported Employment
NAS Scotland Student Support Service
Fairways House
Fairways Business Park
Castle Heather
Inverness IV2 6AA
Tel: 01463 716003
Email: phyllis.mcwhirr@nas.org.uk