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Description: Self-Paced Online Course: Work-Based Learning - More than just passing classes and graduating from high school, education leads students to the ultimate goal of employment and integration into their communities. What activities or programs does your school have to support career awareness, exploration, preparation, and training for students with disabilities? During this self-paced course for educators, our experts will give an overview of work-based learning, its importance, and some...
Description: Register for the Parent Playbook - This training is a self-paced online course. The course is provided as a collaboration between the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Autism Center for Excellence (ACE) and the Virginia Autism Council. To participate, you need a computer with (preferably high-speed) internet access, Adobe Flash Player software within your browser, and a sound card with speakers in order to listen to the lectures (full text transcripts are provided for all lectures and...
Description: Self-Paced Online Course: Preparing the Child with ASD for the Early Childhood-to-Kindergarten Transition - Transitioning from early childhood programs to kindergarten involves a lot of moving parts for all young children. However, transitioning from the preschool to kindergarten classroom for the child with ASD can be especially tricky. This process involves the child, their family, the preschool teacher, the receiving kindergarten teacher, and a multitude of other people including...
Description: Register for Self-Paced Online Course: Get Ready for Independent Living - Life after high school: do you see yourself living on your own or with a roommate? Will you drive or use public transportation? What about making new friends or managing your health? Maybe you think you still have a long time to think these things through, but it takes time to build independent living skills. In this course, we'll cover what independent living skills are, why these skills are important, and what...
Description: Register for Self-Paced Online Course: Get Ready for College - Continuing your education in college offers many opportunities, but it requires planning to be successful. In this course, we'll provide the knowledge and resources you need and outline simple steps you can take to get ready for college. Did you know that accessing accommodations in college is different from high school? With our guidance, you will be well prepared to advocate for the services you need in the next phase of...
Description: Register for Self-Paced Online Course: Get Ready for Your Career - Entering the workforce takes careful planning and involves matching your strengths with the skills employers want. In this course, we will guide you step-by-step as you explore careers and continue your career planning process. We’ll show you how to discover your potential path and share your career goals with educators, family members, and service providers. We'll cover different career topics, including...
Description: Self-Paced Course: Think Like a Behaviorist: Behavior 101 is designed to address common misperceptions about behavior and children with ASD. Participants will learn about the importance of understanding behavior, the functions of behavior, the basic principles of ABA, common myths about ABA, and the ABCs (Antecedent-Behavior-Consequence). Learn how to think like a behaviorist in this first part of a series on behavior 101. This course is designed for any professional who supports young...
Date(s):
8/15/2024 - 12/31/2024
Description: Learning Your Way Online Courses - The fall offering of Formed Families Forward's very own online learning course platform is open now. Course access starts August 15 and goes through December. Your registration includes access to the following courses: Special Education 101 Constructive Communication & Collaboration Trauma 101 for Foster, Adoptive & Kinship Families Special Education Dispute Resolution for Foster, Adoptive & Kinship Families Kinship Care Other Health Impairments...
Date(s):
10/10/2024 - 12/4/2024
Description: Registration for Fall 2024- Transition University - Life is full of transitions. For families of children with disabilities thinking about the future can bring mixed emotions. Some families are just trying to make it through day-to-day challenges and might not feel they have the energy to think about what happens after high school. Others may want to plan for that transition but are confused by unfamiliar language, complex steps, and the many agencies that may be involved in adult services. Join...
Date(s):
11/4/2024 - 11/25/2024
Description: Register for Self-Paced Online VA SEAC Training (Nov. 4-25, 2024) - PEATC in partnership with the Virginia Department of Education is pleased to offer SEAC trainings aimed at helping SEAC members understand the role of the local Special Education Advisory Committee in Virginia and to build a more efficient and effective advisory committee. This training will include information on: SEAC in Virginia SPED Regulations SEAC Roles and Responsibilities Building Your Local SEAC Organization Tips for...
Date(s):
11/4/2024 - 11/25/2024
Description: Register for IEP University (IEPU) Nov. 4-Nov.25, 2024 - The IEP process can be difficult and stressful. Everyone comes to the IEP table with thoughts of their personal responsibilities, perspectives, and individual concerns. IEP meetings can be places of high anxiety and there are occasions when conflict may erupt as a result of managing emotions while simultaneously following policy and procedures. PEATC, in collaboration with VDOE, has developed IEP University (IEPU) to help provide...
Date(s):
11/20/2024 12:00 PM ET - 11/20/2024 12:15 PM ET, 12/11/2024 12:00 PM ET - 12/11/2024 12:15 PM ET, 12/18/2024 12:00 PM ET - 12/18/2024 12:15 PM ET
Description: Register for Refilling My Bucket - Is your bucket full? Or full of holes? Daily stresses gradually drain our energy, and for those parenting, advocating, or caring for a child with a disability, that drain can sometimes feel like a constant flow from your bucket. With the holidays on the horizon, stress levels can rise even higher. Give yourself a “gift,” a moment to refill your own bucket. Join PEATC for a dedicated 15 minutes focused on you and your self-care. Sessions will...
Date(s):
12/11/2024 6:30 PM ET - 12/11/2024 7:30 PM ET
Description: Register for Special Education Dispute Resolution Options in Virginia - Even when we do our best to collaborate and reach an agreement, things don’t always go right at IEP meetings or other special education proceedings. That is why the law makes dispute resolution options available to families (and to schools). While this process can be stressful, information is power; the more you know, the more prepared you will be if things don’t go as planned. This presentation will...
Date(s):
12/12/2024 2:00 PM ET - 12/12/2024 2:45 PM ET
Description: This presentation will describe the activities and outcomes of a randomized control trial investigation designed to promote the use of cognitive support technology among college and university students with disabilities. Sixty students across the US have participated in the program, which consists of assistive technology assessments and intensive vocational case management services. Results to date suggest that the virtually-delivered intervention has strong positive effects on...
Date(s):
12/12/2024 5:15 PM ET - 12/12/2024 6:30 PM ET
Description: May Center is fortunate to have a pediatric dentist and a certified dental assistant who provide specialized dental care to children with autism. They will share some behavioral intervention strategies to make a visit to the dentist less stressful, including preparing the office and support staff, their unique pretreatment assessment forum, the team huddle before the visit, debriefing after the visit, and other ideas for addressing challenging behaviors within the dental setting. Dr. Oscar...
Date(s):
3/18/2025 9:00 AM ET - 3/18/2025 12:00 PM ET, 3/19/2025 9:00 AM ET - 3/19/2025 12:00 PM ET
Description: More Information & Registration for 2-day Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy Training - Presented virtually on Zoom Speaker, Pete Wright, will be sharing information on: Special education law, rights, and responsibilities; Tests and measurements for progress and regression; Smart IEPs; Introduction to strategies for effective advocacy; And more! Registration: SAVE $50! REGISTER EARLY!Early Bird Price (by January 15) - $130Regular Price (after January 15) - $180 Registration...