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.
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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.
Presented by: Julie Muckerman, M.P.H. Audience: Educators, Early Childhood Providers Session Description: This session will explore the power of Peer-Mediated Interventions (PMI) in fostering inclusive connections for individuals with autism.Continue reading "Peer Mediated Interventions Webinar"
Presented by: Jennifer Sykes, Ph.D. Audience: Psychologists, Social Wokers, Counselors, Other mental health professionals working with individuals with autism Session Description: This session will review the latest research on theContinue reading "It’s A Spectrum Webinar"
Presented by: Cortney Fish, M.S.W., BCBA, LBA Audience: Vocational Rehabilitation professionals, Other adult care providers (residential staff, job coaches, day programs) Session Description: This session will identify the four stepsContinue reading "Transition Series Part #2: Supporting Employment Webinar"
Presented by: Michelle Dampf, M.A., CCC-SLP Audience: Speech Language Pathologists, Early Intervention Professionals Session Description: This session will provide strategies for increasing communication and engagement for children with emergent languageContinue reading "Strategies for Teaching Emergent Communication Webinar"
A new diagnosis of autism can be overwhelming and we are here to help. This free workshop is for parents, grandparents, and caregivers of children who have recently received a diagnosis of autism at the Thompson Center.
Presented by: Jennifer DeLaporte, M.S.T., BCBA, LBA Audience: Educators, Paraprofessionals Session Description: This session will identify effective instructional strategies to address independence and promote expected behavior for students with autism.Continue reading "Instructional Strategies Webinar"
Presented by: Jennifer Sykes, Ph.D. Audience: community Session Description: This session will describe the impact of neurodiversity on communication skills in children.
Presented by: Jaclyn Benigno, M.Ed. Audience: Vocational Rehabilitation professionals, Other adult care providers (residential staff, job coaches, day programs) Session Description: This session will identify three barriers in the collegeContinue reading "Transition Series Part #3: Supporting College Students Webinar"
A new diagnosis of autism can be overwhelming and we are here to help. This free workshop is for parents, grandparents, and caregivers of children who have recently received a diagnosis of autism at the Thompson Center.
Presented by: Jennifer Sykes, Ph.D. Audience: Psychologist, Social Workers, Counselors, Other professionals working with individuals with autism Session Description: This session will define the core characteristics of an Autism SpectrumContinue reading "ASD & Interventions Webinar"
This session will identify strategies for creating a professional resume, preparing for interviews, searching for employment, etc.
This session will highlight the importance of self-advocacy skills for autistic individuals in academic and professional settings. Haley and Matthew will also discuss how family members, especially siblings, can play a role in advocating for their loved ones.
