When
Friday January 24, 2014 at 9:00 AM MST-to-
Saturday January 25, 2014 at 5:00 PM MST
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Contact
Autism Society of Greater PhoenixAutism Society of Greater Phoenix
cynthia.macluskie@phxautism.org 480-940-1093
Pricing
Both Days Early Regular
Parents $150 $180
Professionals $200 $235
Habilitator, Student $90 $110
Individual with ASD $30 $50
One Day Early Regular
Parents $85 $100
Professionals $125 $150
Habilitator, Student $50 $60
Individual with ASD $20 $30
*For habilitators, please include letter from your employer stating you work with individuals with autism and that your wages are under $15 an hour. Please fax this to 480-304-4863. Make sure to include your contact information so that we can give you a promo code to get the discounted rate.
*For student rate, please include transcript showing that you are currently taking 12+ credits. Please fax this to 480-304-4863. Make sure to include your contact information so that we can give you a promo code to get the discounted rate.
*If you are a military family please contact Cynthia Macluskie at 480-940-1093 to receive a discounted rate.
*If you are an individual with ASD please call Cynthia Macluskie to get a promo code so that you can get the discounted rate.
You are welcome to fax a registration to 480-304-4863 or you can register online. To get the discounted rate you must obtain a promo code. For questions please contact Cynthia Macluskie at 480-940-1093.
Financial aid available for families with income under $40,000/year. For more information call Cynthia at (480) 940-1093 or email us by Friday, ensure availability.
cynthia.macluskie@phxautism.org
15th Annual Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
11.5 CEU'S AVAILABLE FOR SPEECH PATHOLOGISTS!
Friday January 24th and Saturday January 25th
Teresa Cardon, Ph.D, CCC-SLP
- Learn how to use video modeling and the use of technology to impact language acquisition.
- Learn the power of initiation and how to follow your child's lead to create meaningful interactions out of everyday activities and special interests.
- Learn how to create communication environments to increase receptive and expressive communication using natural settings.
- Learn practical ideas to create learning environments that support positive behavior.
Rick Clemens
- Learn how to use inclusion and community environments to build skills for the individual with ASD.
- Learn how to use play to have fun and build social relationships.Learn how to successfully facilitate play dates that are fun and educations.
- Learn how to identify school inclusion programs that will be successful for your child and how to identify key ingredients that might be missing in a program.
Dr. Amy Serin
- Learn executive function interventions that can be used at home and school.
- Learn how to diagnose executive funtioning problems and effective ways to help children overcome them.
- Do as I’m Doing: Video Modeling, iPads, & ASD- Teresa Cardon
- Initiation and Interactions: Communication Strategies for ASD Continued Teresa Cardon
- Supporting Behavior Before it becomes “a Behavior!”- Teresa Cardon
- A Retrospective Multidimensional Comparison of DSM IV Diagnosed Autism andAsperger Children: Would They QualifyUnder DSM 5?- Drake D. Duane, MS., MD
- Sibling Support: What Do They Need to Be Successful- Larissa Beckstead, MAEd., Certified Teacher, Certified Reading Specialist
- Sensory Integration: Unlocking your child's potential-Aimee Pillar
Saturday Main Track
- Living an Inclusive life Today...Preparing for an Inclusive Life Tomorrow-Rick Clemens
- Play to have fun! Play to learn how to play! Play to learn important social skills!-Rick Clemens
- Quality Indicators of Successful School Inclusion Programs-Rick Clemens
- Executive Functioning-Dr. Amy Serin
Track 2-Transitions Track
- F.E.A.R-Hans Keller
- Innovative Programs for Female Adolescents and Adults with ASD’s-Christina Whalen PhD and Brad Herron M.ED
- An Introduction to Secondary IEP Transition Requirements-William McQueary
- What to Expect at College-Cindy Jepson
- Beyond High School – Understanding, Obtaining and Maintaining Adult Services Debbie Weidinger
- Supports for Getting and Keeping a Job- Ted Telepak
Conference Highlights:
• Over 10 speakers
• Certificate of Attendance for professionals
• CEU’s for Speech Pathologists-11.5 Units
• Exhibitor Fair
• Gift bags for our attendees
• Speech Track, Educational Track, and Transition Track
• Massages and More!
Written request for cancellations must be submitted in writing. 75% of conference fees will be refunded if cancellation occurs before January 1, 2014. No refunds are issued if after January 15th, 2014. Substitutions can be made , if written notification is provided. No-shows will be charged the full registration fee. Please submit cancellation request by E-mail at cynthia.marksmom@cox.net or fax to 480-304-4863. Refunds will be issued by check after the conference.