Jamie Hughes, PhD student at the Tizard, is looking to recruit participants to help with her research project. What is the purpose of the study? Previous research found that parents often say that they would like more information and some help to work with their child with autism spectrum disorder while they are undergoing the diagnostic process and/or after receiving the diagnosis. However, in the UK available help for fam... More
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Community Care Live 2013 is taking place on the 21st-22nd May at the Business Design Centre, Islington, London;a two day free event for all social work professionals, including those working with Children and Families and Adult Care Services. This year they are hosting a large conference programme of over 40 different sessions along with lively debating session at 1600hrs on the 21st hosted by Jeremy Vine and a hand-picked panel of experts. For more information: http://www.communitycarelive.c... More
The Challenging Behaviour Foundation (registered charity) is delighted to be advertising a paid 1 year internship.An exciting job opportunity, ideal for a recent graduate, wishing to join a registered charity with a reputation for excellence in the field of learning disabilities and to gain experience in learning disabilities and autism. "We understand it is a tough time for graduates to be entering the world of work and are delighted to be offering this cha... More
Given the high demand for our postgraduate courses we have had to take the following action: Postgraduate recruitment for September 2013 Intake: Please note that all applications received after 1st May 2013 are likely to be placed on hold until 1st July 2013 whilst we process a large number of applications. After this date applicants will be informed of the likelihood of success or consideration for 2014 intake. More
The University of Kent has been ranked 28th out of 124 UK institutions in the Complete University Guide 2014 a rise of five places from last year. This rise, combined with the Universitys third place for overall satisfaction in the most recent National Student Survey (2012) and other recent league table achievements, including a ranking of 22nd in the 2013 Guardian University Guide and 28th in the Sunday Times League Table 2013, confirms Kents position in t... More