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: Cortney Fish, M.S.W., BCBA, LBA Audience: Educators, School Psychologists, Professionals working with students with problem bx Session Description: This session will provide an overview of the Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) process for professionals working in a school setting. Participants will learn how to collect multiple forms of data, and how to analyze thatContinue reading "Functional Behavior Assessment Webinar"
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. Discover practical strategies, success stories, and ethical considerations, empowering you to create supportive environments that nurture social skills and promote lasting positive change.
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 Spectrum Disorder diagnosis in adolescents and young adults and identify subtle symptoms of autism that are often missed or mis-categorized. It will also cover "gold standard"Continue reading "ASD & Interventions Webinar"
FREE vision screening for children with autism spectrum disorder ages 2-12, with priority given to children completing their first vision screening and/or children who have a difficult time tolerating eye exams. Visits will last approximately 1 hour.
REGISTRATION FOR THIS TRAINING IS FULL Foster, kinship, and adoptive parents as well as foster care caseworkers are invited to attend this FREE virtual training! Topics include Overview of Autism, Behavior Management, and Building Your Foundation. All attendees will receive the book An Introduction to Autism for Adoptive and Foster Care Families. This training meetsContinue reading "Autism Training for Foster Care Community"
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 Spectrum Disorder diagnosis in adolescents and young adults and identify subtle symptoms of autism that are often missed or mis-categorized. It will also cover "gold standard"Continue reading "ASD & Interventions Webinar"
Click here to register today! Presented by: Cortney Fish, M.S.W., BCBA, LBA Audience: Educators, Early Intervention Professionals Session Description: This session will provide educational professionals with an overview of strategies to promote appropriate behavior in the classroom setting. The content will include functional information on why problem behavior may occur. Strategies to address the environmentContinue reading "Supporting Appropriate Behavior Webinar"
Click here to register today! Presented by: Cortney Fish, M.S.W., BCBA, LBA Audience: Educators, School Psychologists, Professionals working with students with problem bx Session Description: This session will provide an overview of the Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) process for professionals working in a school setting. Participants will learn how to collect multiple forms of data,Continue reading "Functional Behavior Assessment Webinar"
This one-day Autism Parent Conference is for parents, grandparents, and caregivers of a child with autism.
This session will provide educational professionals with an overview of strategies to promote appropriate behavior in the classroom setting. The content will include functional information on why problem behavior may occur. Strategies to address the environment as well as teach/reinforce new behavior will be discussed. We recommend you also attend the Functional Behavior Assessment webinar. Note: This session is not intended for BCBAs.
Attendees will learn how activity schedules can enhance classroom structure, improve student independence, and promote task completion and transitions. This session will give practical knowledge on creating and individualizing activity schedules based on student needs, as well as strategies for integrating them into daily routines. Attendees will leave this session with the skills to use activity schedules as a tool for supporting students with diverse learning needs, including those with autism and other developmental disabilities.
Click here to register! Presented by: Ali DuCharme, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA This presentation provides educators with evidence-based strategies to manage and support students exhibiting challenging behavior in the classroom. Topics include understanding behavioral functions, implementing proactive and reactive behavior management strategies, utilizing reinforcement effectively, and crisis management. Attendees will gain practical tools to create aContinue reading "Behavior Webinar Series: Severe Behavior in the Classroom"
