The Australian Association of Special Education Inc. (AASE) is a broad-based non-categorical association concerned with all who have special education needs.

AASE has chapters in each state and territory, as well as a National Council .

AASE organises a very successful and informative national conference each year.

Our latest National Newsletter can be found by clicking below.

You are welcome to browse our website to learn more about our association.

It is our pleasure to invite you to participate in the joint 2012 AASE/TPA Conference, 'Ethical Leadership for All''

The Conference will be held in Hobart, Tasmania at The Grand Chancellor Hotel, July 11th - 13th 2012.

The Conference will provide participants the opportunity to hear outstanding Keynote speakers and presenters as well as the chance to share information, exchange ideas, debate, reflect and examine practice and policy in relation to ethical and inclusive leadership.

Hobart is nestled at the foot of Mount Wellington, on the shores of the beautiful Derwent River. Why not extend your visit and take time to sample the delights of Tasmania including the friendly hospitality and world class food and wine. Treat yourself personally and professionally.

For more details, please visit our conference site

Special Education teachers are required for a life changing opportunity to teach in India.

Click on the link below to find out more.

AASE NSW is pleased to announce that applications for the 2012 Lee Mills Award are now open.

Lee Mills was an exemplary educator from NSW with a particular interest in teacher education for those involved in Special Education. She was untiring and dedicated in her support of students with special educational needs. Lee was involved in advocacy and lobbying through AASE, which resulted in significant improvements in service delivery for all students. She was a foundation member of AASE, a State President and an inspiring active Branch, Chapter and National Committee member until her death in 1990. Lee was also instrumental in the establishment and administration of the Australian Disability Achievement Foundation.

The Lee Mills Teacher Training Award is given yearly with the express purpose of encouraging research based practice by individuals undertaking study to pursue a career directly related to the education of students with special education needs.

Applicants are welcomed from those who meet the criteria.

More detail can be found in the NSW Chapter section of this website - click here.

At the 2011 Natioanl Conference, AASE Chapters provided reports.

These can be accessed here