Facilitator Certification
LEGO® Based Therapy
LEGO® Based Therapy is an evidence-based, play-based, social communication and development program, pioneered by paediatric neuropsychologist Dr. Daniel LeGoff in the mid 1990's (LeGoff et al, 2014. NB: many cite the mid 2000's however that is factually incorrect). It is a child led, gentle and fun way of helping children develop social communication skills.
LEGO® Based Therapy is a strengths-based program that works by teaching children observation and adaptability skills. Research shows that participants respond more positively to this approach than to any other traditional form of intervention. Participants learn to look to each other for information, support and are able to build relationships in a safe and respectful environment.
LEGO® Based Therapy is used to support children who experience a range of communication and social developmental challenges and is proven to be an effective therapy intervention for both autistic children and children with other neurodevelopmental conditions and children who experience and / or are diagnosed with anxiety disorders, phobias, adjustment disorders, adhd and depression.
LEGO® Based Therapy does not aim to make neurodivergent children communicate or engage more typically, it simply provides children with the tools they need to adapt how they communicate and interact with others in a positive way. It is a fun, connection creating program that helps children to develop peer relationships.
Benefits of LEGO® Based Therapy
Reduces problem behaviours.
Improves critical thinking.
Improves and promotes social communication & interaction.
Builds and helps to maintain friendships.
Improves confidence and emotional wellbeing in the participant.
Improves social competence.
Increases sense of belonging.
Improves family relationships (when running as a parent-implemented program).
Improves teamwork.
Improves adaptability and coping skills.
Promotes collaborative problem solving.
Develops fine motor skills.
Develops memory skills.
Develops language concepts (Descriptive & Positional).
Who Can Deliver LEGO® Based Therapy?
Whilst anyone can offer LEGO® brick building as free play sessions, only persons formally trained and certified in the approach should implement LEGO® Based Therapy programs including; qualified health practitioners / professionals, speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, teachers, teaching assistants, social workers, counsellors, allied health assistants, support and childcare workers to name a few. Persons without the appropriate training are not qualified to be delivering any LEGO® Based Therapy interventions.
Why Use LEGO® Based Therapy?
Through LEGO® Based Therapy, children learn to communicate, express their feelings, learn various ways of relating to others, modify their behaviour and develop problem-solving skills.
The LEGO® System is a highly organised, systematic, and predictable toy, therefore highly motivating for children as the unpredictable and ever-changing concepts that occur during other types of free play do not exist. This very nature of the LEGO® building system allows children to feel calm, regulated and engaged.
Learning Outcomes
Our LEGO® Based Therapy 'Facilitator Certification' course (lego based therapy training / lego therapy training) is unique as it has been adapted and further developed and is aimed at teaching health practitioners / professionals, allied health assistants, teachers / educators, parents and carers about LEGO® Based Therapy and how to successfully implement and run your own LEGO® Based Therapy programs with ease. You will learn the core fundamental processes, advanced application techniques and supporting theories. There is no additional training or certification required in LBT beyond this program.
Pre-requisites
Nil.
Course Inclusions
24/7 Online Access to our training / education portal, allowing you to undertake the course at your own pace in your own time (access granted for a period of 3 months).
Full downloadable training manual (we care about the environment).
Five comprehensive, jam-packed interactive training modules.
Ongoing access support (if required) with program facilitator.
*** Plus, a bonus $250.00- of included Free resources (listed below) ***
Free Downloadable Resources and Templates.
Free NDIS Reporting & Intake Assessment Templates, Guides and Checklists.
Digital Certified Facilitator Badge (for use on your email signature and advertising materials).
Free lifetime listing on our Certified Facilitator Directory.
Certificate of Completion.
Upon completion of the course the qualified facilitator will be able to design, deliver and facilitate LEGO® Based Therapy program sessions.
Location
100% Online
Allowing you to undertake the course at your own pace in your own time.
Our Course is delivered by our multi-award winning CPD accredited and nationally qualified trainer and assessor / qualified / registered clinical nurse consultant / educator, who also holds postgraduate degrees in the field of mental health / disability with additional studies in autism and other neurodivergent conditions and has well over 20+ years hands on experience in the industry. Our trainer is also a certified Autplay® Therapist and 'Master Trainer' in both LEGO® Based Therapy and the LEGO® Serious Play® methodology and has adopted a neurodiversity affirming approach.
Enrolment Options
Option 1- LEGO® Starter Kit (postage & handling also included) Australian Residents Only.
or
Option 2 - No Kit (If you would prefer to purchase your own or you already have some LEGO® bricks and pieces and / or you are an international student then this option is for you).
All students purchasing our no kit enrolment option who do not currently have any LEGO® bricks and pieces please purchase either a LEGO® Classics Creative Suitcase' #10713 or a LEGO® Classics Medium Creative Brick Box #10696 (available directly via the LEGO® store online (in your country) and other major retailers).
Please click on the ENROL / BUY NOW button below to be directed to our course registration and payment page.
We look forward to seeing you in the facilitator certification portal soon.
Secure Payments via Stripe or PayPal
$519.75 AUD (Inc. GST)
(LEGO® Starter Kit Included, Inc. Postage & Handling)
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(Normally $577.50 AUD)
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$434.50 AUD (Inc. GST)
(LEGO® Starter Kit Excluded)
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Important Info
The LEGO® Group do not have an official certification program for LEGO® Based Therapy (2022), LEGO® Based Therapy was not developed by the LEGO® Group and as such have no affiliation with the method.
The LEGO® logo, SERIOUS PLAY®, Imaginopedia™, the Minifigure and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO® Group, which does not sponsor, authorise, or endorse this website.
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