Everett DDA
840 North Broadway
Everett, WA 98201
September 13th,2017 9am-4pm (Modules 1-2)
September 14th, 2017 9am-4pm (Modules 3-4)
Lynnwood DDA
20311 52nd Ave West
Lynnwood, WA 98036
November 2, 2017 9am-4pm (Modules 5-6)
November 3, 2017 9am-12pm (Module 7)
Who Should Attend?
All providers who work with individuals on the Autism Spectrum, except Individual Providers. This is not for Individual Provider to earn their Continuing Education credits.
Training is approved for 3 hours of Continuing Education credits per module. There is no charge for this training. Please plan on attending all 7 modules.
Presented by Nicolette Christians & Laura O’Rourke
An increasing number of adults affected with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are being served by residential providers across the state of Washington. Individuals with ASD have a unique set of strengths and challenges that providers may often feel they do not have the specialized training to address.
This training series was developed to be both broadly applicable and to allow for individualization to the person(s) being supported. Sessions will present an opportunity for residential support providers to develop the supports needed to increase client inclusion and/or independence in the home and community. Sessions will spend considerable time to include practical tips and strategies along with templates for creating supports.
Course Details:
Module 1: Characteristics of Individuals with ASD
Module 2: Positive Behavior Support Planning
Module 3: Teaching Functional Communication Strategies
Module 4: Structuring the Environment
Module 5: Teaching and Maintaining Meaningful Outcomes
Module 6: Data Collection & Goal Tracking
Module 7: Supporting Staff & Implementation
About the trainers
Laura O’Rourke is the Executive Director of Behavior Bridges, LLC. Laura holds a Master of Science degree in special education from the University of Wisconsin, Madison and has been a Board Certified Behavior Analyst since 2006. She is also a Washington state Licensed Behavior Analyst and Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Laura has extensive experience developing and implementing behavior support services across environments and age ranges.
Dr. Nicolette Christians has over 20 years experience in the field of developmental disabilities. She holds a doctorate degree in Special Education from Vanderbilt University and is a Washington-state licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has been a faculty member at both Vanderbilt University and the University of Washington. Currently in private practice, Nicolette conducts functional assessments, designs positive support plans and consults with families, schools, supported employment, and residential providers across the Pacific Northwest.