ImaginationGYM® Training Courses

General Details

Cost: €170 (includes materials, Pack - CD & Activity Book, certification & lunch)

Should you require additional information about any of our courses or to request an ImaginationGYM® talk to a group in your area, please contact us on 01 6753522 or email info@imaginationgym.com

SNA's Teachers Clinical Childcare Digital Media


ImaginationGYM® Training for SNA’s (Primary Schools)

In this one day course, SNA’s will learn about the ImaginationGYM® Methodology, which is currently being implemented in Finnish education systems, and its practical application with the classroom teacher in a class or small group setting. The methodology delivers on all the latest educational and cognitive theories in a time-efficient, practical and accessible format. Particular emphasis is placed on working with behavioural, emotional and learning difficulties in children at primary school level. The inclusive and non-competitive elements of the program make it particularly practical in main-stream classes. Certification for level one on completion of the course.

Course Content

Many topics will be covered including:
- ImaginationGYM® Methodology & Principles
- Leading edge educational and cognitive theory and best practices
- Structuring of individualised lesson plans
- Implementation processes
- Case histories & Evaluation
- Integration with SPHE Curriculum

Upcoming One Day Training Courses for SNA's

Course 1 - Navan Education Centre
Location: Navan Education Centre
Date: Saturday 20th September 2008
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
   
Course 2 - Carrick on Shannon Education Centre
Location: Carrick on Shannon Education Centre
Date: Saturday 27th September 2008
Time: 09:00 - 15:30
   
Course 3 - Tralee Education Centre
Location: Tralee Education Centre
Date: Saturday 15th November 2008
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
   
Course 4 - Kildare Education Centre
Location: Kildare Education Centre
Date: Saturday 29th November 2008
Time: 09:30 - 16:00
   
Course 5 -Wexford Education Centre
Location: Wexford Education Centre
Date: Saturday 6th December 2008
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
   

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ImaginationGYM® Training for Primary School Teachers
Mainstream/ Remedial/ Learning Support

In this one day course, teachers will learn about the ImaginationGYM® Methodology, which is being implemented in Finnish education systems, and its practical application in class or small group settings. Particular emphasis is placed on dealing with behavioural, emotional problems and learning difficulties, integration with the SPHE/ PSHCE curriculum and inclusive & group activity ideas. Other topics include concentration/ focus, self-regulated behaviour and educational quiet time activities. Sample lesson plans and evaluation reports are provided. Certification for level one on completion of the course.

Course Content

Many topics will be covered including:
- ImaginationGYM® Methodology & Principles
- Leading edge educational and cognitive theory and best practices
- Working with AD/HD, Dyslexia, Aspergers Syndrome etc.
- Structuring of individualised lesson plans
- Implementation processes
- Case histories & Evaluation
- Integration with SPHE Curriculum
- ImaginationGYM® Media Education
- Home usage and information for parents

Upcoming One Day Training Courses for Teachers

Course 1 - Teacher Training Course
Location: 18 Exchange Street Upper, Temple Bar, Dublin 8
Date: Saturday 18th October 2008
Time: 10:00 - 17:00

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ImaginationGYM® for Clinical/ Healthcare professionals

Clinical practitioners – psychologists/ psychotherapists/ Speech therapists/ Kinesiologists/ Reflexologists/ Counsellors/ Play therapists

In this one day course, clinical practitioners and healthcare professionals will learn about the ImaginationGYM® Methodology. Particular emphasis is placed on the latest clinical & cognitive practices and its practical application with both children and adults in clinical settings. The programs can be used effectively when dealing with family issues, emotional imbalances, behavioural problems and learning difficulties. This family product can be easily incorporated into treatment programs as it can be used by both children and adults in a therapeutic way and assists the clinical process in a fun and interactive way. Certification for level one on completion of the course.

Course Content

Many topics will be covered including:
- ImaginationGYM® Methodology & Principles
- Leading edge clinical and cognitive theory and best practices
- Implementation processes
- Case histories, clinical evaluation and observations
- Home implementation & information for parents

Upcoming One Day Training Courses for Clinical/ healthcare professionals

Course 1 -
Location: 18 Exchange Street Upper, Temple Bar, Dublin 8
Date: There are currently no courses scheduled
Time: Please contact 01 6753522 for further information
   

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ImaginationGYM® for Crèche/ Childcare Staff

In this one day course, crèche/ childcare staff will learn about the ImaginationGYM® Methodology, which is being implemented in Finnish education systems. Particular emphasis is placed on the latest educational & cognitive practices, on working with behavioural, emotional and learning difficulties in children and its practical application with school age children in crèche/ childcare settings. The training covers using the program to encourage concentration, imagination, self-regulated behaviour and to deal with the problem of over use of TV/ computer games. Staff participation is encouraged which makes ImaginationGYM® a fun and educational program for both children and adults. Certification for level one on completion of the course.

Course Content

Many topics will be covered including:
- ImaginationGYM® Methodology & Principles
- Leading edge educational and cognitive theory and best practices
- Implementation processes
- Case histories & Evaluation
- Home usage & information for parents

Upcoming One Day Training Courses for Creche/ Childcare Staff

Course 1 -Crèche/ Childcare Training Course
Location: 18 Exchange Street Upper, Temple Bar, Dublin 8
Date: Wednesday 5th November 2008
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
   
Course 2 -Crèche/ Childcare Training Course
Location: 18 Exchange Street Upper, Temple Bar, Dublin 8
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ImaginationGYM® Digital Media Education
Suitable for teachers, SNA’s & youth work facilitators

This training day covers the usage of Internet resources and digital photography to design creative and educational projects for children aged 6+ to teenagers. It includes image-taking, editing, storing and display/ exhibition solutions and much more. Adult and child friendly content for school and home. ImaginationGYM® methodology is included in the course content.

Upcoming One Day Digital Media Training Courses

Course 1 - Digital Media Training Course
Location: 18 Exchange Street Upper, Temple Bar, Dublin 8
Date: Saturday 08th November 2008
Time: 10:00 - 17:00

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