Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), – Risks, Recognition & Support

Join us for this specialist, face-to-face full-day training on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), delivered by Specialist Midwife Liz Maddran (10:00am–4:00pm).
This training is aimed at professionals working within the medical field, Children’s and Adult Social Care, external drug and alcohol services, and social work teams. It provides a deeper understanding of the risks associated with alcohol exposure during pregnancy, how to recognise FASD, and how to effectively support individuals and families.

The session will include:
• Understanding brain development and the impact of alcohol exposure
• Exploration of the Iceberg Model of FASD to support awareness and discussion
• Safeguarding-focused case study to apply learning to practice
• Guidance on recognising facial features associated with FAS
• Insight into placenta–alcohol transfer and its effects
• A strong focus on trauma-informed and non-judgemental practice throughout
This is a one-off specialist training session with limited spaces available, 15 at each location, therefore this will be fully booked within days!
Important booking information:
• One ticket per person only (multiple bookings will be cancelled)
• All booking questions must be completed
• If you can no longer attend, please cancel via Eventbrite or notify the organiser
• Due to high demand, a waiting list will be in place
• Non-attendance without cancellation may result in a charge to your organisation
• Lancashire professionals only
Locations and booking links:
Accrington Inspire
33 Eagle Street, Accrington, BB5 1LN
13th June | 10:00am–4:00pm
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1986886284362?aff=oddtdtcreator
Burnley Inspire
Burnley House, 37–41 Westgate, Burnley, BB11 1RY
10:00am–4:00pm
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1986885192095?aff=oddtdtcreator