ABA Training Program Workshop Series-BACB CEUs-SPACE AVAILABLE

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APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS (ABA) TRAINING PROGRAM WORKSHOP SERIES

May – June 2010 – Long Island, NY

Eden II' Genesis Outreach Autism Center is offering the following workshops.

These workshops are designed to offer training in the understanding and

implementation of applied behavior analysis (ABA) procedures for autism

spectrum disorder. Workshop content is designed to address topics related to

intervention for young learners (early intervention through preschool aged

children) across the spectrum and is appropriate for individuals working within

the field as well as helpful to providers who are required to take competency

exams for Nassau and Suffolk Counties. A certificate of workshop completion

will be given. For more information, contact Marissa at 516-937-1397

x217 or mbennett@... , or visit [1]www.eden2.org

ABA TRAINING WORKSHOP SCHEDULE

1. OVERVIEW OF AUTISM & ABA

Joanne Sgambati, PhD, BCBA

This workshop will describe the core characteristics of autism. The diagnostic

features of autism will be reviewed, along with associated deficits, excesses,

and learning styles. Symptomology and early indicators will be explained and

discussed for early intervention purposes. The science of Applied Behavior

Analysis (ABA)will be explained and how its strategies are useful for reducing

unwanted behaviors and increasing skill acquisition in early intervention

programs. Key principles of ABA as well as misconceptions will be reviewed.

May 3, 2010

4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Four Points by Sheraton, Plainview

Fee: $75

2. UNDERSTANDING REINFORCEMENT: FROM ASSESSMENT THROUGH

INDIVIDUALIZED MOTIVATIONAL SYSTEMS

Hamilton, LMSW, BCBA

This workshop emphasizes the importance of reinforcement and various

reinforcement methods to increase desired behavior. Techniques such as

shaping, differential reinforcement, and thinning of the schedule are

reviewed. Strategies to identify appropriate reinforcers, to implement

reinforcement strategically, and to evaluate the effectiveness of the

reinforcement will be discussed. Guidelines on developing and implementing

motivational systems that increase, reinforce, and maintain desired behaviors

will be provided.

May 11, 2010

4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Four Points by Sheraton, Plainview

Fee: $75 3. BEHAVIORALLY-BASED TEACHING METHODS IN EARLY INTERVENTION

Dana Battaglia, M.Phil, CCC-SLP

This workshop focuses on a variety of research-based teaching strategies that

have been shown to be successful for young learners with autism. The workshop

emphasizes strategies that assist in teaching a variety of skills to students

with autism such as: promoting independence, increasing play, improving

spontaneous language use, and areas of academics. Some of the teaching

strategies to be covered include: discrete trial instruction, picture

schedules, audio scripts, incidental teaching, applied verbal behavior and

video modeling. Videotape examples will be shown throughout the seminar

depicting each of the teaching strategies.

May 20, 2010 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Four Points by Sheraton, Plainview Fee: $75

4. CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT FOR YOUNG LEARNERS WITH ASD Mc,

PhD, BCBA-D

This workshop will provide participants with information regarding

individualized curriculum development for young children with autism.

Specifically, discrimination training, generalization (stimulus (across

settings, materials, people, response), foundation skills, scope and sequence,

and curriculum templates/lesson plans will be reviewed.

June 3, 2010 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Four Points by Sheraton, Plainview Fee:

$75 5. MANAGING CHALLENGING BEHAVIOR FROM EARLY INTERVENTION

THOUGH THE PRESCHOOL YEARS Cicero, PhD, BCBA

The focus of this workshop is to highlight important assessment considerations

when addressing the challenging behaviors of young children with autism and

related disorders. Attendees are provided with a myriad of assessment tools and

data collection to guide them in understanding the functions of challenging

behaviors, along with guidelines regarding how to select tools based upon a

particular case. These tools and strategies are discussed with respect to the

subsequent development of comprehensive, individually-tailored, behavioral

interventions.

June 8, 2010 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Four Points by Sheraton, Plainview Fee: $75

ASSESSMENT WORKSHOP

6. UTILIZING THE AUTISM DIAGNOSTIC OBSERVATION SCHEDULE (ADOS) AS

PART OF A COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT IN DIAGNOSING AUTISM SPECTRUM

DISORDERS E. , PhD, BCBA-D

The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) is now widely considered to

be one of the most useful tools in diagnosing autism spectrum disorders. The

ADOS is a semi-structured, standardized assessment of communication, social

interaction, and play, for individuals who have been referred for a

psychological evaluation because of possible Autism or other Pervasive

Developmental Disorders. This workshop will provide an overview of the

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) criteria used in making a possible

diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder, and how the ADOS assesses for the

specific characteristics reflected in the DSM criteria. Specific activities

that comprise the ADOS and the DSM characteristics they are designed to assess

for will be reviewed. Workshop participants will also receive an overview of

the other assessment tools that are often used at the E.I. level that can

supplement the use of the ADOS and provide additional information in making an

informed decision about a possible autism spectrum diagnosis.

June 16, 2010 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Four Points by Sheraton, Plainview Fee: $75

WORKSHOP FACULTY

Dana Battaglia, M. Phil. CCC-SLP Ms. Battaglia received her Bachelor’s degree

in Speech-Language Pathology from C.W. Post/Long Island University, and her

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from St. ’s University in

Queens, New York. She is a licensed Speech Language Pathologist and Teacher of

the Speech and Hearing Handicapped in New York State. She holds the

Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language and

Hearing Association (ASHA). Ms. Battaglia has conducted presentations on

autism and speech-language related topics at the local, state and national

levels. She has worked in a variety of settings, including private and public

schools, private practice, and Early Intervention. Currently, she is working

as a Clinical Coordinator of Outreach Services the Genesis Outreach Autism

Center, while pursuing her Doctoral studies at the City University of New York

in the Speech and Hearing Sciences. Cicero, PhD, BCBA Dr. Cicero

is currently the Director of Psychological Services for the Eden II Programs.

He is a certified school psychologist receiving his Masters degree in school

psychology from St. ’s University and his Doctorate in Educational

Psychology from the City University of New York Graduate Center. He is also a

Board Certified Behavior Analyst. He currently oversees the majority of the

clinical services within the OMRDD programs. Dr. Cicero also is an adjunct

instructor in graduate special education and applied behavior analysis at

Caldwell College, New Jersey. He frequently conducts workshops, consultations

and research presentations nationally and internationally.

Hamilton, LMSW, BCBA Ms. Hamilton has a Masters in social work and is a Board

Certified Behavior Analyst. She is currently working as an autism consultant

for the Genesis Outreach Autism Center. Prior to her work as a consultant, she

worked in an ABA classroom with children with autism. Ms. Hamilton has also

worked with children in the therapeutic foster care system and as a private

psychotherapist. Mc, PhD, BCBA-D Dr. Mc is the Director

of Eden II Programs' Genesis Outreach Autism Center. She completed her Ph.D.

in Learning Theory at the CUNY Graduate Center and is a Board Certified

Behavior Analyst. She has over 17 years experience directing programs for

students with autism spectrum disorders utilizing the principles of Applied

Behavior Analysis and has also worked in early intervention programs providing

supervision, training and consultation for almost 10 years. She is currently an

Assistant Professor in the Special Education Department at Hofstra University.

Dr. Mc presents at local and national conferences on topics related to

autism and applied behavior analysis. Joanne Sgambati, Ph.D., BCBA Dr.

Sgambati is currently a School Psychologist for Eden II' Genesis Outreach

Autism Center. She is a New York State Licensed Psychologist, Board Certified

School Psychologist, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She works as an

Autism Consultant for various school districts through the Genesis Outreach

Autism Center. She has over 20 years of experience working with special

education students. She received her Clinical/School Doctorate at Hofstra

University and her Masters of Education at Indiana State University. She

presents at various workshops and conferences on topics related to autism.

E. , PhD, BCBA-D Dr. is a New York State licensed

clinical psychologist. He has worked as a Clinical Supervisor for Positive

Behavior Support (PBS) Consulting for the past four years. He has been working

with children and adults with autism spectrum and behavior disorders for more

than 20 years. A Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral Level, Dr.

currently provides direct consultation services to private schools and school

districts in the New York area for PBS Consulting. Dr. received his

doctorate degree from the State University of New York at Stony Brook. While

attending SUNY Stony Brook, he co-authored published research papers on the

assessment and intervention for challenging behavior in individuals with autism

spectrum disorders. He is also co-author of the book, Communication-Based

Intervention for Problem Behavior: A User's Guide for Producing Positive Change

( H. s Publishing Co., 1994). Dr. conducts psychological

evaluations for children birth to 5 years of age across Long Island, New York

for n K. Salomon and Associates. He is currently serving as an Adjunct

Assistant Professor in the graduate school in the Department of Special

Education at Hofstra University, located in Hempstead, New York.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT A certificate of attendance will be given to all

registrants. BACB CEUs will be offered for all workshops except #3

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

$75 per workshop $ 350 if attending complete ABA Training workshop series

(Workshops 1-5)

Fees are nonrefundable, unless cancellation notification is provided at least

48 hours prior to workshop.

Make checks payable to Eden II Programs, and mail registration form and fee to:

Genesis Outreach Autism Center 270 Washington Avenue, Plainview, NY 11803

Attention: Marissa

For more Information: phone: 516.937.1397 X217/phone

[2]mbennett@.../email, www.eden2.org

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APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS (ABA) TRAINING PROGRAM SERIES

1. ___ Overview Of Autism & ABA

2. ___ Understanding Reinforcement: from Assessment Through

Individualized Motivational

Systems

3. ___ Behaviorally-Based Teaching Methods In Early Intervention

4. ___ Curriculum Development For Young Learners With ASD

5. ___ Managing Challenging Behavior From Early Intervention Though The

Preschool Years

ASSESSMENT WORKSHOP

6. ___ Utilizing The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) As Part Of

A Comprehensive Assessment In Diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorders

DIRECTIONS:Directions to Four Points by Sheraton Plainview, 333 South Service

Road, Plainview, NY 11803

Traveling from the East:Take the Long Island Expressway (I-495) to Round Swamp

Road (Exit 48). Proceed down the exit ramp to traffic light. Turn left onto

Round Swamp Road and proceed through traffic light. Once you pass the Gas

Station, make a right into the Race Palace parking lot. Proceed 50 yards to

the Hotel Entrance.

Traveling from the West:Take the Long Island Expressway (I-495) to Round Swamp

Road (Exit 48). Proceed down the exit ramp (merge into the right lane). The

hotel entrance will be on the right.

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