PECS Level 1 and 2, ADOS, Transition and Behavior Trainings Upcoming from the OPI Montana Autism Education Project (MAEP)

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March 3, 2021

Greetings!

Below are upcoming virtual trainings. You can also find our trainings on the MAEP blog. OPI renewal units will be available for all trainings.

 

Training for Linking Assessment and Instruction for Independence – Secondary Students

This one-day workshop from STAR Autism Support provides participants with information on how to implement evidence-based practices for secondary students using the Links Curriculum. Participants will learn to use a process for assessing and teaching functional routines. Extensive information will be given on selecting and individualizing routines and teaching specific skills to support success during routines.

The training dates are: 

March 18

April 14

You can find more information and register for the training here.

 

PECS Trainings

March 10th - Teaching Critical Communication Skills

March 24 -  Transitioning from PECS to Speech-Generating Devices

April 7 - Guide to Managing Challenging Behaviors

April 28 -  Transitioning from PECS to Speech-Generating Devices

You can find more information and register here.

 

PECS Level 1 and 2 Trainings

Level 2 = You must have previously completed a PECS Level 1 training to attend a Level 2 training. 

March 18-19 

April 19-20 

You can register for a PECS Level 2 training here.

PECS Level 1 trainings are available on the following dates: 

March 29-30

April 8-9

April 22-23

You can register for a PECS Level 1 training here

 

ADOS - 2 Initial Training

March 18-19 2021

The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-Second Edition (ADOS-2) is a standardized assessment tool that helps providers diagnose autism spectrum disorders (ASD) in children and adults.  The ADOS involves a semi-structured play or interview session determined by the age and communication level of the individual.

You can register for the training here. Limited to 50 participants.

 

Social Thinking Trainings

We have reached our maximum number of attendees (300) for these trainings and registration has closed. 

 

Our online training in Applied Behavior Analysis and other topics is always available.

For more information, contact: 

Doug Doty, Statewide Coordinator, OPI Montana Autism Education Project

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