Autism Conference in Columbia, MO

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Columbia, MO

2009 Autism Intervention Conference

Fourth annual conference to offer education and support for parents,

educators and autism professionals

This is the fourth annual Autism Intervention Conference that has

been hosted at the University of Missouri. The conference is intended

to educate and provide support for parents and educators of

individuals with autism in addition to psychologists, speech and

language pathologists, medical professionals, applied behavior

analysts, habitation and employment specialists, vocational

rehabilitation counselors, case coordinators, and advocates.

This conference strives to provide an atmosphere of hope and upholds

a commitment to providing comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of

scientifically-validated strategies. This year's conference includes

two pre-conference workshops, a Center Meet and Greet,

vendor and agency booths, and more than 50 conference sessions

presented by regionally and nationally-recognized researchers and

practitioners in the field of autism. Topics covered include

assessment and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders, behavioral

interventions and strategies, medical interventions, parent and

professional development and support, and research strategies.

Toll Free Information Line:

1-866-MUCONOF (1-866-682-6663) or

(573) 882-4349

Fax: (573) 882-1953

E-mail: Muconf3@... or pickettc@...

This conference continues to grow, and is a great opportunity for

parents and professionals. I think last year it was $50 for families.

Here is a list of the presentations they are planning. I'm so excited

to go again!

Pre-Conference Workshops March 25, 2009

Behavioral Approaches to the Treatment of Autism and Severe

Destructive Behavior - Wayne Fisher, Ph.D.

Dr. Wayne Fisher is the Director of the Center for Autism Spectrum

Disorders at the Munroe-Meyer Institute. During his workshop, he will

describe how Applied Behavior Analysis methods have increased our

understanding of autism, have led to the development of effective

interventions, and have provided methods for making treatment

decisions.

Designing, Implementing and Trouble-shooting Verbal Behavior

Programs - Partington, Ph.D., BCBA

Dr. Partington is the director of Behavior Analysts, Inc. in Walnut

Creek, CA. He has 35 years of experience working with children with

developmental disabilities and is the author of the Assessment of

Basic Language Learning Skills-Revised. Participants of this workshop

will learn skills to analyze and address problems identified by the

ABLLS-R. Additional topics include the evaluation of educational

priorities and determination of IEP objectives.

Main Conference March 26 - 29, 2009

Keynote Speakers

Autism Practice Guidelines: The Autism Service Delivery System in

California – Ron Huff, Ph.D.

Dr. Ron Huff is the Director of Clinical and Intake Services at Alta

California Regional Center. He will share the history of California's

effort to develop and implement best practices for ASD screening,

diagnosis, assessment, and treatment.

Overview of Medical Interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorders -

Margaret Bauman, M.D.

Dr. Margaret Bauman is the Director of the Learning & Developmental

Disabilities Evaluation and Rehabilitation Services (LADDERS) at

Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA. She will highlight

medical interventions that address the needs of individuals with ASD.

Early Identification and Intervention in Autism Spectrum Disorders -

Landa, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Dr. Landa is the director of the Center for Autism and

Related Disorders at Kennedy Krieger Institute in Baltimore, MD. She

will discuss developmental patterns observed in infants with Autism

Spectrum Disorders as well as implications for early intervention.

Sessions

Navigating Resource Systems and Establishing Standards Navigating the

Missouri First Steps Program – Charla Myers, M.A.

Navigating the Missouri DMH System – Kit Glover, Kaufmann, &

Anne Roux, MA, CCC-SLP

Navigating the Missouri Vocational Rehabilitation System – C.

, Ph.D. & Mantooth

Navigating the IEP Process – Presenter to be determined

Missouri on the Move: Advances in Autism Services and Standards –

Janet Farmer, Ph.D., ABPP; Kilo, M.D.; Rolanda Maxim, M.D.;

Connie Hebert, MS.Ed., & Kaufmann.

Screening, Diagnosis, & Assessment

Screening & Referral for Autism Spectrum Disorders – Janet Farmer,

Ph.D., ABPP & Anne Roux, M.A., CCC-SLP

Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders –

Kanne, Ph.D., ABPP

Assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorders in the Schools – Presenter to

be determined

Translating Assessment and Diagnosis Findings to Educational

Planning – Kanne, Ph.D., ABPP

Building Individual and Family Strengths Teaching Parents and

Caregivers to Follow Intervention Protocols – SungWoo Kahng, Ph.D.

Coping Strategies for Parents and Caregivers – Micah Mazurek, Ph.D.

Effective Parent-Professional Collaboration – Tia Schultz, MA, BCBA,

CFLE

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Service Providers and Parents -

Pingo, MS, BCABA; Bordieri, BS & Mark Dixon, Ph.D., BCBA

Medical Research and Strategies for Biomedical Issues

Complementary and Alternative Medicine – Margaret Bauman, M.D.

Behavioral Assessment and Treatment of Pediatric Sleep Disorders –

Wayne Fisher, Ph.D. Autistic Traits in Autism-Affected Families:

Implications for Genetic Mechanisms – Constantino, M.D.

Teaching Children to Take Oral Medication: Clinical and Telemedical

Approaches – Missy Olive, Ph.D., BCBA Intensive Clinical Feeding

Intervention – Missy Olive, Ph.D., BCBA

Workshop on Multidisciplinary Assessment & Treatment of Feeding

Problems – Jaquess, Ph.D.; Rashelle Berry, MPH, MS, RD, LD;

Heidi Liefer, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC & , OTR/L, CLC

Strategies and Interventions

Early Achievements: An Evidence-Based Very Early Intervention for

ASD - Landa, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Pivotal Response Training for Children with Autism – Schreibman,

Ph.D. Developing Individualized Treatment Protocols –

Schreibman, Ph.D.

Enhanced Milieu Teaching: KIDTALK Strategies for Children with ASD –

Ann Kaiser, Ph.D.

Teaching Play to Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders – Mark

Wolery, Ph.D. Use Response Prompting Procedure for Students with

Autism Spectrum Disorders – Mark Wolery, Ph.D. My Ideal Intervention

Program: The First 100 Days of Early Intervention – Ron Leaf, Ph.D.

ABA in Classrooms: It's Time for School – Ron Leaf, Ph.D.

Side Effects of the Use of Noncontingent Reinforcement in Behavior

Protocols – Iser DeLeon, Ph.D.

Effective Strategies for Training teachers of children with Autism –

Colin Peeler, Ph.D., BCBA Behavior Strategies: Contracting & Self-

management – Visovsky, M.Ed. Utilizing Social Stories for

Behavior Change – , PT, Ph.D.

Teaching Children with Autism Joint Attention – Parks, Ph.D.,

BCBA

Cognitive Behavior Intervention – Janine Stichter, Ph.D. &

Visovsky, M.Ed.

The Role of Behavioral Fluency in Instruction – , MSW,

Ed.S., BCBA

Overview of Common Behavior Problems – Brosh, MS, BCBA

Visual Strategies and Supports – Long, M.Ed.

SEELS/NLTS2 and Autism: Portraits of Autism in the National Education

Studies – Nick Gage, M.Ed.

Graphing & Measurement – Nick Gage, M.Ed. Teaching Sign Language –

Lora Hinkel, MHS, CCC-SLP Reinforcement 101 – Elfers, M.Ed.,

BCBA & Tregnago, M.Ed., BCBA Meeting the Needs of Gifted

Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders – Dawn Huber, Ph.D.

Bullying of Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders –

Donnelly, Ph.D.

Planning for Your Child with Special Needs, Protecting Their Future –

Heath Burch, CFP

iSocial: A Virtual Environment for Promoting Social Competence –

Janine Stichter, Ph.D.; Carla Schmidt, M.Ed., MPA; Schmidt,

M.A. & Babiuch

Bridging Applied Behavior Analysis at Home and School: How Can it

Help? – Dunkel, MS, BCABA; Weiss, M.S., & Mark Dixon,

Ph.D., BCBA

Workshops for Supporting Adolescents and Adults

Bridges to Adulthood: Social, Occupational, & Financial Support for

Adults with ASD – Gerhardt, Ed.D.

Practical Strategies for Supporting Future and Current College

Students living with ASDs – Marc Ellison, M.A.

Successful Careers for Individuals with ASD – Emmett, M.S.

Panels of High-Functioning Adults with ASD and their Parents: A

Personal Perspective Augmentative Communication and Assistive

Technology

Overview of Assistive Technology – Baker

Hands on training for Intellitools Classroom Suite –

Wheeler, MS, CCC-SLP

Hands on Training for Boardmaker 6.0 with Speaking Dynamically Pro–

a Dunnaway, MLS, OTR/L, ATP

Functional Use of Augmentative Communication – Wheeler, MS,

CCC-SLP & a Dunnaway, MLS, OTR/L, ATP

Computer Based Strategies for Written Communication –

Wheeler, MS, CCC-SLP & a Dunnaway, MLS, OTR/L, ATP

Comprehensive Teacher Trainings: Tier Two Workshops

Development and Assessment of Adaptive Skills – LeaAnn Lowery, M.Ed.,

OTR/L

Development and Assessment of Motor & Sensory Skills –Divya Sood,

OTD, OTR/L & Patti LaVesser, Ph.D.,

OTR/L Development and Assessment of Communication Skills – Barbara

Brinkman, MA, CCC-SLP

Sorry this is so huge, but these conferences are really great, and I

want everyone to attend if they can!

Laramy