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Teaching for a stronger community.
We are here to equip learners with the essentials skills needed to create positive change in the lives of people with developmental differences.
Join us for a One-Day Conference for Families and Caregivers of individuals with autism. Keynote Presentation: Behavior Basics Strand 1 Topics • Working on Social-Communication Skills at Home • Preparing for Your Child’s Transition into Adulthood • Parent Panel: Addressing Grief, Guilt and How to Prioritize Strand 2 Topics • Common Medical Concerns for Children withContinue reading "One-Day Conference for Families and Caregivers"
This is an introductory workshop with instructional methods that include lectures, videos, demonstrations of administration and scoring, and discussions. This workshop is designed for researchers and clinicians with prior background in autism spectrum disorders and formal testing such as speech- language pathologists, physicians, psychologists, and occupational therapists. This workshop serves as a prerequisite for more thorough trainingContinue reading "ADOS-2 Introductory 2-Day Clinical Training (Modules 1-4)"
This is an introductory workshop with instructional methods that include lectures, videos, demonstrations of administration and scoring, and discussions. This workshop is focused on the Toddler module only. *Prerequisite: Attendees must have attended training on modules 1 – 4 of the ADOS-2
Join the University of Missouri Thompson Center, in collaboration with Children's Mercy, for a One-Day Conference for Families and Caregivers of individuals with autism on Wednesday, April 5, from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Experts will present two strands of training sessions for parents and caregivers of individuals with autism. Fee: $40, lunch provided KeynoteContinue reading "One-Day Conference for Families and Caregivers in Kansas City Area"
The ADI-R is a comprehensive parent interview that provides an assessment of individuals suspected of having autism spectrum disorders. It is important that you read the manual and have observed ADI-R’s so you are prepared to administer and code the entire ADI-R. As part of the workshop you will watch a demonstration of the ADI-R,Continue reading "Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R) Advanced/Research Workshop"
A special program just for brothers and sisters who have a sibling with special needs! For ages 5 and older. Fee is $5/child, or $3 each for multiple siblings in one family. Fun Activities: Arts, crafts, games, pizza Peer support: Sharing stories, concerns, joys, challenges, and insight Register to reserve your space: 573.884.1619 or trainings@missouri.edu
SAVE THE DATE Thompson Center Research and Training Facility Grand Opening includes: Building tours Research and training presentations Ask the Experts Showcase Kids activities
Join the University of Missouri Thompson Center for a One-Day Conference for Families and Caregivers of individuals with autism on September 20 from 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m in St. Louis. Experts will present two strands of training sessions for parents and caregivers of individuals with autism. Lunch will be provided. Keynote Presentation: Sensory vs. Behavior StrandContinue reading "One-Day Caregiver Conference"
Join us for our 12th annual Autism Conference in 2017! Keynote speakers Wendy Chung, Research Director for the Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative, and James McPartland, Director of the Yale University Developmental Disabilities Clinic, will be joined by autism experts in health professions, research, education and behavior analysis for two days of professional education onContinue reading "12th Annual Autism Conference"
This is an introductory workshop with instructional methods that include lectures, videos, demonstrations of administration and scoring, and discussions. This workshop is designed for researchers and clinicians with prior background in autism spectrum disorders and formal testing such as speech- language pathologists, physicians, psychologists, and occupational therapists. This workshop serves as a prerequisite for more thorough trainingContinue reading "ADOS-2 Clinical Training"
This is an introductory workshop with instructional methods that include lectures, videos, demonstrations of administration and scoring, and discussions. This workshop is designed for researchers and clinicians with prior background in autism spectrum disorders and formal testing such as speech- language pathologists, physicians, psychologists, and occupational therapists. This workshop serves as a prerequisite for more thorough trainingContinue reading "ADOS-2 Introductory 2 Day Clinical Training (Modules 1-4)"
