Additional Training Activities in VA
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The mission of Virginia's Training and Technical Assistance Centers (T/TAC's) is to improve educational opportunities and contribute to the success of children and youth with disabilities (birth - 22 years). The Centers provide quality training and technical assistance in response to local, regional, and state needs. T/TAC services increase the capacity of schools, school personnel, service providers, and families to meet the needs of children and youth. The Virginia Department of Education, sponsor of T/TAC Online, also supports eight regional T/TACs that comprise a statewide system emphasizing collaboration in the planning and provision of services to meet state and local staff development needs. To visit TTAC Online and for more information on the trainings available by TTAC Region, please click here.
Ethical Considerations in Behavior Analysis and Autism Intervention, May 7, 2013, Roanoke
The Learning Institute of Commonwealth Autism Service and the Blue Ridge Autism and Achievement Center (BRAAC) will present "Ethical Considerations in Behavior Analysis and Autism Intervention" on May 7, 2013 in Roanoke, VA.
Workshop Description:
Ensuring the ethical use of applied behavior analysis is an ongoing concern for many behavior analysts providing clinical services. Behavior analysts are working in a growing number of environments and providing a variety of services and as a result, behavior analysts can face a range of ethical dilemmas. This workshop is designed to help participants apply existing ethical guidelines for behavior analysts effectively as well as expand their knowledge of B.F. Skinner’s philosophy on ethics to help guide current practice. Participants will apply this knowledge to a variety of situations presented in written and/or video vignettes. Emphasis will be placed on ethical concerns while providing clinical services or consultation to individuals with developmental delays or autism spectrum disorder. This workshop is appropriate for both BCBAs and BCaBAs looking to increase their knowledge and understanding of ethical behavior in clinical services.
About The Presenter:
Christine Holland, MS, BCBA, Behavior Learning Institute Coordinator, has worked with individuals with autism and developmental delays for over 12 years. She earned her Bachelor of Science from the University of Massachusetts and her Master’s in Behavior Analysis from the University of North Texas. Christine has provided services to children with autism and their families in a variety of settings including home, school, and community. Christine has been with Commonwealth Autism Service for over 5 years and is currently the coordinator for The Learning Institute.
Workshop Details:
Ethical Considerations in Behavior Analysis and Autism Intervention
Speaker: Christine Holland, M.S., BCBA
May 7, 2013 — 3:30 pm-6:30 pm
Registration by April 19: $55
Registration After April 19: $65
Registration starts at 3:00 pm
Blue Ridge Autism and Achievement Center
312 Whitwell Drive
Roanoke, VA 24019
Registration Options:
Mail to : Commonwealth Autism Service, 2201 West Broad
Street, Suite 107, Richmond, VA 23220
Call with VISA, MasterCard, or American Express to:
1-800-649-8481 or 1-804-355-0300
Fax to: 804-355-0932
*Registrations will only be accepted with payment in full.
No refunds after April 7, 2013. Substitutions allowed.
Commonwealth Autism Service is a BACB approved continuing education provider. This workshop provides 3 Type 2 CE credits.
The Behavior Analyst Certification Board (“BACB”) does not sponsor, approve, or endorse Commonwealth Autism Service, the materials, information or sessions identified herein.
The Basics of Autism: A Training for Childcare Providers, May 18, 2013, Roanoke
The Basics of Autism: A Training for Childcare Providers
Workshop Description:
The prevalence of children with autism spectrum disorder continues to increase.
Evidence has indicated that early identification and intervention can significantly
improve outcomes. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of autism for childcare providers. Participants will be introduced to the core deficits of autism, early warning signs, and common screening tools. Participants will also be provided with strategies to discuss concerns with family members. Evidence based interventions and strategies for successful inclusion in both the public and private childcare environment will be discussed. A Certificate of Attendance will be provided at the conclusion of the workshop.
About The Presenter:
Christine Holland, MS, BCBA, Learning Institute Coordinator
Christine has worked with individuals with autism and developmental delays for over 10 years. She earned her Bachelor of Science from The University of Massachusetts and her Masters in Behavior Analysis from the University of North Texas. Christine has provided services to children with autism and their families in a variety of settings including home, school, and community. Christine has been with Commonwealth Autism Service for over 3 years and is currently the coordinator for The Learning Institute.
Workshop Details:
The Basics of Autism: A Training for Childcare Providers
Speaker: Christine Holland, MS, BCBA
May 18, 2013 Registration: $10
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Registration starts at 8:30 am
Roanoke City Police Academy
5401B Barnes Avenue, NW Roanoke, VA
Registration Information:
Please mail your registration form along with cash or a check to:
Commonwealth Autism Service
Attn: Heather Overstreet
403 Otey Street
Bedford, VA 24523
For questions or more information, please contact Heather Overstreet
(540) 587 8990 Ext. 105
Please make checks payable to :
Greater Roanoke Valley Autism Action Group
*Registrations will only be accepted with payment in full.
No Refunds Allowed.
Secondary Transition: Yes, They Do Grow Up, Presented by Dr. David W. Test, June 6, 2013, Richmond
The Learning Institute of Commonwealth Autism Service will offer a presentation by Dr. David W. Test entitled, "Secondary Transition: Yes, They Do Grow Up" from 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 pm on June 6, 2013 at The Westin, Richmond, 6631 West Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23230.
Workshop Description:
This workshop is designed to introduce participants to evidence-based instructional practices and predictors identified by the National Secondary Transition Technical Assistance Center. Participants will learn about resources that can be used to improve classroom instructional practices, as well as their overall transition programs. In addition, participants will be introduced to the comprehensive curriculum for high school students with autism. Finally, participants will leave the workshop with an action plan for improving transition services for students with autism.
Presenter:
Dr. David W. Test is a Professor of Special Education at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. He teaches courses in single subject research, transition, classroom management, and professional writing. The majority of Dr. Test's publications have focused on self-determination, transition, community-based training, and supported employment. Along with Dr. Nellie Aspel and Dr. Jane Everson, he wrote the first transition methods textbook titled Transition Methods for Youth with Disabilities. Dr. Test currently serves as a Co-Project Director (with Dr. Paula Kohler) of the National Secondary Transition Technical Assistance Center, Co-Director on the North Carolina Indicator 14 Post-school Outcomes Project and the IES CIRCLES project (with Dr. Claudia Flowers), the UNC Charlotte Doctoral Leadership Personnel Preparation Program (with Dr. Diane Browder), and the Center on Secondary Education for Students with Autism (Transition and Families and Literacy components; with Dr. Diane Browder). Finally, he and Dr. Bob Algozzine currently serve as co-editors of Career Development and Transition for Exceptional Individuals. He just does not seem to be able to do anything by himself!
Commonwealth Autism Service is a BACB® approved continuing education provider. This workshop provides 5.5 Type 2 CE credits.
The Behavior Analyst Certification Board (“BACB”) does not sponsor, approve, or endorse Commonwealth Autism Service, the materials, information or sessions identified herein.
For more information and to register, contact Commonwealth Autism Service at 804-355-0300 or 800-649-8481. Registrations will only be accepted with payment in full. No refunds after May 15, 2013 -- substitutions allowed.
Longwood's Autism Spectrum Disorders Summer Institute, July 24-25, 2013, Farmville
Longwood’s AUTISM Spectrum Disorders Summer Institute
July 24th & 25th
@ Longwood University’s, Dorrill Building
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
What to Expect:
The Autism Spectrum Disorders Summer Institute offers an opportunity to provide high quality professional development to a wide spectrum of professionals, such as general and special education teachers, guidance counselors, school psychologists, SLPs, OTs, instructional assistants, administrators and parents who impact the lives of students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). As a part of this high quality professional development opportunity attendees completing the two-day institute will earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) which can be used toward the licensure recertification.
Day 1
• Setting up Structured Teaching Classroom for Students with ASD: A TEACCH Model Approach, Erin Bland from Piedmont Regional Education Program.
• Forum for Issues and Concerns of Support Groups for Parents with ASD, a panel discussion by parents Dr. Wayne White, interim Dean of Education, Longwood University
• Creating a Supportive Environment in the Home and Community for Individuals with ASD, a hands-on workshop, Longwood Autism Certificate Program Internship Students
Day 2
• Sensory Integration Disorders and Interventions for Individuals with ASD, Taryn Goodwin from Virginia Autism Center for Excellence at VCU
• Consideration of Low and High Tech Assistive Technology for Enhancing Communication and Daily life Function for Individuals with ASD Mona Pruett, AT/ACC and ASD Specialist of Training and Technical develop Center of the VDOE at VCU.
Cost:
For One Day: $75.00
For Two Days: $150.00
Cost includes lunch and registration fee.
Checks should be made payable to Longwood University and sent to the below address:
Longwood University Office of Cashiering, 201 High St., Farmville, VA 23909
How to Register:
Click here to register.
For more event details or for questions please contact christina@ittip.org or 434-517-0717
Creating Connections to Shining Stars: Virginia's Collaborative Early Childhood Birth through Five Conference, July 16-18, VA Beach
Registration is now open for Creating Connections to Shining Stars: Virginia's Collaborative Early Childhood Birth through Five Conference, on July 22-24, in VA Beach. Creating Connections to Shining Stars is a collaborative effort between many state agencies and early childhood programs in Virginia. The conference will focus on promoting and supporting the implementation of evidence-based practices in inclusive settings for young children, both with and without disabilities.
Topics will include:
Assistive Technology
Autism
Classroom Teaching Strategies
Curriculum and Assessment
Inclusive Practices
Primary Provider Model/Supports and Services
Social-Emotional Development/ Infant and Child Mental Health
Who Should Attend:
Administrators/ Supervisors
Child Care Providers
Early Childhood Educators
Early Childhood Special Educators
Early Intervention Providers
Paraprofessionals
Parents and Family Members
Related Service Providers
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER, visit the TTAC Online webpage and click on the Events tab. For registration questions, contact Krystle Aidif at aidifkm@vcu.edu or (804) 827-0108.
