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OCTOBER 2004 WORLD

October 10, 2004                                                       Vol. 8 No. 158.wd

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On line ABA course for care givershas added an online aba course for caregivers and professionals who want to learn some of the basics of aba. http://www.aba4autism.com
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INTERNATIONAL
Innovative Interventions in Autism/NVLD & Asperger’s Syndrome - Practical Therapy for Home & School *Margaret Bauman, Literary Events Conference
MD - Pediatric Neurology - Harvard
University Medical Center *Rosemary White, OTR/L - Occupational Therapy - Private Practice *Martha Burns, PhD - Speech Pathology - Northwestern University *Jerry Newport - Author - Adult with Asperger’s
Dec 3-4 Seattle, WA USA
ALinda S. Neilson Ph.D, Continuing Education Program of America, cepa@dpc.net

AFRICA:
LAGOS NIGERIA
3 nnobi st. ind layout enugu
Nov 1-Dec 31 Enugu
pontusquilla@yahoo.com

SOUTH AFRICA
2nd World Autism Congress
"Autism Safari - Exploring New Territories"
30 Oct - 2 Nov 2020 Cape Town
Cape Town International Convention Centre. Jill Stacey
autismsa@iafrica.com
www.autism-sa.org +(2721) 914 2888 Fax: +(2721) 914 2890

AUSTRALIA
The Listening Program® (TLP) Authorized Provider Training a Music-Based Auditory Stimulation method that trains the brain to improve the auditory skills needed to effectively listen, learn, and communicate. Mariane Judd and


Maxwell Fravall, D.O Introduction to The Listening Program, Ear/Brain & Sensory Integration, Auditory Processing, Authorized Provider Procedures & more.
11-12 Dec Canberra TBA Mariane
Judd or Maxwell Fravall, D.O.
mariane.judd@extralesson.com or
mmfraval@ozemail.com.au
011 61 2 62877669

The Listening Program® (TLP)
       Authorized Provider Training a Music-Based Auditory Stimulation method that trains the brain to improve the auditory skills needed to effectively listen, learn, and Getting to the Heart of Autism Dr. Steve Gutstein illustrates the Relationship Development Intervention Program (RDI) via audience participation & intervention session videos. As he guides you through a new way of thinking, you will discover a path for how people on the autism spectrum can develop friendships, empathy, & the love of sharing their world with others.
15-16 Feb Sydney 9am-4pm, Reg. $275 USD by 1/17, Late $300 USD after 1/17 TBA Jared Houser www.rdiconnect.com houser@rdiconnect.com 713-838-1362, Ext 115

Getting to the Heart of Autism Dr. Steve Gutstein illustrates the Relationship Development Intervention Program (RDI) via audience participation & intervention session videos. As he guides you through a new way of thinking, you will discover a path for how people on the autism spectrum can develop friendships, empathy, & the love of sharing their world with others.
18-19 Feb Brisbane 9am-4pm, Reg. $275 USD by 1/20, Late $300 USD after 1/20 TBA Jared Houser www.rdiconnect.com houser@rdiconnect.com 713-838-1362, Ext 115

CANADA:
ALBERTA
Canadian Autism Resources & Events. Conference on Autism and Asperger's 8th Keys to the Treasure Chest, Ocean's of Possibilities
Oct 22-23 Edmonton Shaw Conference Centre 9797 Jasper Avenue NW T5J 1N9
780-421-9797
October 22 & 23, Edmonton
www.canadianautism.com/
treasure-chest.htm
tracyniehaus@cha.ab.ca

BRITISH COLUMBIA
Canadian Autism Resources & 4-day Intensive Parent Seminar Join Dr's. Gutstein & Sheely for an exhilarating journey to unlock your child's potential. This dynamic husband-and-wife team guide you in a gentle, fun & systematic manner, as you learn to put together the Autism, Asperger's, & PDD puzzle pieces & make a lasting difference in your child's future.
Oct 18-21 Vancouver 9am-4pm, $1950 TBA Tiffani Taylor
www.rdiconnect.com
parents@rdiconnect.com
713-838-1362, Ext 108

Arbutus Coast Presentations Inc. proudly presents: Bridget A Taylor, Psy.D, BCBA Morning Session: Improving the Verbal and Social Behavior of Children with Autism: A Focus on Acquisition & Motivation.
Afternoon Session: Recognizing, Dealing with & Preventing Problem Behaviors
Oct 22 Victoria University of Victoria, Student Union Bldg. Michele Pujol Room
www.ArbutusCoast.com

Autism Awareness Centre Presents in Conjunction with Victoria Society for Children with Autism. Presented by David Hingsburger "Sexuality: The Ring of Safety" Presented by Shirley Sutton "Making Sense of Sensory Integration"
Presented by Linda Hodgdon "Visual Strategies for Improving Communication & Solving Behavioral Problems Using Visual Strategies"
Oct 22-23 Victoria
Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort 45 Songhess Rd. 780 474-8355 or 1-866-488-9497 Fax: 780 474-8355 wendy.casdc@shaw.ca

'Red Flags and Red Herrings in Screening for Autism'
Presented by Dr. Wendy Stone - Professor of Pediatrics, Psychology & Human Development; John F. Kennedy Centre; Director of the Treatment & Research Institute for Autism Spectrum Disorder, Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital, Nashville.
Oct 27 Vancouver
Fletcher Challenge Canada Theatre, Harbour Centre Campus,
Simon Fraser University
www.actbc.ca/upcomingwork.htm

'Autism and Augmentative Communication: From Science to Practice' Presented by Dr. Pat Mirenda - "What do we know about the effectiveness of specific AAC techniques that are used with individuals with autism?" We will first examine manual signing and the research that provides evidence
about who might find it useful and how to teach it. We will then examine aided techniques such as visual schedules, PECS, conversation books, functional communication raining for individuals with problem behavior
Dec 3-4 Vancouver
www.actbc.ca/upcomingwork.htm

PECS Workshop - Anne Hoffman, M. Ed. and Jo-Anne B. Matteo, M.S., CCC/SLP
Dec 9-10 Vancouver
Richmond Hotel & Convention Centre 7551 Westminster Hwy.
www.pecs-canada.com

'Introduction to Verbal Behaviour'
Presented by Dr. Vincent Carbone
Dr. Carbone will describe the behavioral approach to teaching communication skills to children with autism and other developmental disabilities. This approach is based on B. F. Skinner’s analysis of verbal behavior and the research of Michael, Sundberg, Partington, and others. Also errorless teaching, specific quick-transfer (prompting and fading) procedures, and the use of both discrete trial training in the natural environment and during intensive teaching sessions.
April 28-30 Vancouver Fletcher Challenge Canada Theatre, Harbour Centre Campus,
Simon Fraser University
www.actbc.ca/upcomingwork.htm

MANITOBA
Conference- "Growing together:Supporting Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder from Preschool to Adulthood" Presenters Peter Gerhardt, Gina Green, Bobby Newman, Angela Cornick, Jill Franchuk, & Daniela Fazzio will provide strategies for working with children across all age groups. Topics will include: ABA for beginners, quality programming, transitioning to the classroom, managing challenging behavior, sex & sexuality instruction, writing goals & measuring outcomes.
Nov. 4 & 5 Winnipeg 9am-4pm 2 day- $115US, $100 US adv by Oct.15 Canad Inn Polo Park, 1405 St. Matthews Ave. www.mfeat.ca www.mfeat.ca

PECS Workshop - Anne Hoffman, M. Ed. and Jo-Anne B. Matteo, M.S., CCC/SLP
Nov 18-19 Winnipeg Holiday Inn Winnipeg South 1330 Pembina Hwy www.pecs-canada.com

NOVI SCOTIA
Atlantic Canada Conference on Learning Disabilities
"Cracking the Code"
Oct 15-16 Halifax
Halifax Convention Centre 902-423-2850 ldans.nsnet.org sclarke.ldans@ns.sympatico.ca

PECS Workshop Holiday Inn Harbourview Dartmouth
Oct 25 & 26 Halifax 101 Wyse Rd.
Presenters: Anne Hoffman, M. Ed. and Jo-Anne B. Matteo, M.S., CCC/SLP www.pecs-canada.com

ONTARIO
Dr. Simon Baron-Cohen - Early DIagnosis, Psychological Theories Speech Foundation of Ontario Symposium. "Speech Disorders and the Whole Child: Speech and Language Issues associationed with dyslexia, dyspraxia, Autism Spectrum Disorders and Attention Deficit Dis- orders" guest speaker Dr. Madeleine Portwood, B.Sc., M.Sc., C. Psychol, Sr. Educational Psychologist, Durham LEA
Oct 15 Toronto 8:30am - 5pm $199, $180 adv by Sept 10
Crowne Plaza Don Valley Maureen
www.speechfoundation.org
speechfoundation@hotmail.com
416.491.7771 x822

Speech Foundation of Ontario Symposiu. "Stuttering and the School-Aged Child: Issues and Options" presented by Dr. J. Scott Yaruss, CCC-SLP, Ph.D., Assoc. Prof. University of Pittsburgh
Oct 16 Toronto 8:30am - 5pm $199, $180 adv by Sept 10 Crowne Plaza Don Valley. Maureen
www.speechfoundation.org
speechfoundation@hotmail.com
416.491.7771 x8225

PECS Workshop - Anne Hoffman, M. Ed. and Jo-Anne B. Matteo, M.S., CCC/SLP
Oct 28-29 Ottawa Travelodge Hotel & Convention Centre 1376 Carling Ave www.pecs-canada.com

Geneva Centre for Autism International Symposium - A cross section of perspectives on the most current research and practice-based information. Autism interventions; genetic/neurobiological research, IBI, social skills, behaviour, communication, first-hand accounts, Asperger’s Disorder, biomedical interventions, and more. Featuring speakers from Canada, U.S.A, Great Britain and Belgium.
Nov 10-12 Toronto
For registration: Congress Canada 416 504-4500 or www.autism.net

PECS Workshop - Anne Hoffman, M. Ed. and Jo-Anne B. Matteo, M.S., CCC/SLP
Nov 15 -16 Toronto
Holiday Inn Select Toronto Airport
970 Dixon Rd. www.pecs-canada.com

QUEBEC
CONFERENCE Dr.Tony Charman on Screening, Early Diagnosis & Treatment Approaches for Pre-school Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Oct 28 Montreal 9am-4:30pm (Prof $225/ Par, Stu $150 CAN) 8160 Royden Rd, T.M.R www.goldlearningncentre.com info@goldlearningcentre.com 514-345-0210 Ext319

PECS Workshop - Andrew Bondy, Ph.D. and Lori Frost, M.S., CCC/SLP
Nov 4-5 Montreal Hotel Maritime Plaza 1155 Guy St www.pecs-canada.com

SASKATCHEWAN
PECS Workshop - Anne Hoffman, M. Ed. and Jo-Anne B. Matteo, M.S., CCC/SLP
Dec 6-7 Saskatoon
Radisson Hotel Saskatton
405-20th St. East
www.pecs-canada.com

ENGLAND
2-Day PECS training Workshop
11-12 Nov Milton Keynes
pyramid@pecs.org.uk
www.pecs.org.uk

INDIA
Berard Auditory Integration Training 10 day, non-invasive intervention developed by Dr. Guy Berard to help children & adults with Autism, Language delays, auditory processing differences, including hypersensitivity to sound, ADHD, Central Auditory Processing, & other behavior & cognitive problems
Jan.4-13 Faridabad, Haryana US$100 TBA Sharda Ramlackhan, MA www.autismusa.com shardaears@aol.com 508-397-3277

INDONESIA
Auditory Integration Training (AIT) AIT helps the brain & the ear to work together. AIT helps youngsters & adults with sensitive hearing & language comprehension problems.
Oct 5- Nov 20 Jakarta $1,USD Jakarta Oct 5 - Nov 5 Marcy McCarthy www.aitresources.com earait@aol.com +1 206-463-5237

Auditory Integration Training (AIT) AIT helps the brain the & ear to work together. Youngsters & adults benefit who experience sensitive hearing & language processing problems.
Nov 9 - 20 Surabaya $1,USD Matahati Therapy Center Marcy McCarthy www.aitresources.com earait@aol.com +1-206-463-5237

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Berard Auditory Integration Training 10 day, non-invasive intervention developed by Dr. Guy Berard to help children & adults with Autism, Language delays, auditory processing differences, including hypersensitivity to sound, ADHD, Central Auditory Processing, & other behavior & cognitive problems
Mar 1-10 Dubai, UAE TBA Sharda Ramlackhan, MA www.autismusa.com shardaears@aol.com 508-397-3277

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