STRUCTURED TEACHING: A PARENT WORKSHOP - CANCELLEDDescription:This is an interactive hands-on workshop where parents will be introduced to Structured Teaching. Materials will be available to make activities geared to teach you how to help your child better understand what's expected of them in the community and home setting as increase their independence.Date:Wednesday February 15, 2012-Wednesday February 15, 2012Training Location:Charlotte East Office Park Contact:Vivian McIntyreCenterCategory:WorkshopAgenda:Wednesday, February 15, 2012 8:15–8:30 Registration Presenters:
Target Audience:Parents and caregivers of children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders Content:The day includes small and large group discussion, presentations, and a hands-on Make It Take It component. The intended audience is parents or other caregivers of newly diagnosed children with an autism spectrum disorder and more experienced parents who want to implement structured teaching strategies at home with their children. We will address issues relevant to children of all ages and ability levels. Presentations and discussion will focus on the TEACCH approach to understanding the behavior of children with autism and equipping parents to use structured teaching to prevent difficult behaviors and teach new skills.Objectives:- Learn how to show your child what to expect, what's next when they will be finished, and how much - Use these skills to help head off troublesome behaviors - Teach him/her how to become more independent through the use of schedules and visual aids Continuing Education Credits:No CEUs are offered for this workshop. Selection:Registration is based on a first come, first served basis for a maximum number of 25 participants. Please return completed registration form with payment by February 1, 2012. Click here for application form Notification of acceptance and detailed map will be sent upon receipt of application and check. Due to limited space, receipt of registration form after February 1st does not guarantee acceptance. Cost:Fees include all materials, snacks and drinks and are charged as follows $60.00 per person for North Carolina parents/caregivers $120.00 per person for parents/caregivers from outside of North Carolina Payment is due with your registration form. Please do not bring unregistered family members. Information:QUESTIONS REGARDING TRAINING Vivian McIntyre, Training Manager
CHANGES AND CANCELLATIONS Cancellations received less than three business days are subject to a $25 cancellation fee. Refunds will not be granted after the program has begun. A substitute participant may be designated in place of a registrant who cannot attend. TEACCH reserves the right to cancel, post-pone or combine class sections; to limit registration; or to change instructors. TEACCH will make every effort to notify participants as soon as possible of any changes or cancellations. Participants should consider the possibility of change or cancellation when opting for non-refundable travel arrangements. Accommodations:Holiday Inn Express & Suites *Ask for TEACCH to get the state rate Quality Inn & Suites *Ask for TEACCH to get the state rate |
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