AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS: COMMUNICATION ASSESSMENT AND THE SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST Jan 10, 2012
5 Hours of CEUs appropriate for Speech-Language Pathologists will be available for this training. The South County SELPA is a Continuing Professional Development Provider through the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board. It is the responsibility of the participant to ensure that such hours will fulfill licensing requirements.
Presenter: Lisa Moncayo, M.A., CCC-SLP, Speech Language Pathologist
Description: An early and accurate diagnosis of an autism spectru disorder (ASD) provides access to services and appropriate intervention. Speech-language pathologists (SLP) play a critical role in the assessment of children suspected of having an ASD. This training will address communication assessment across the spectrum, including Asperger Syndrome. Case studies, including relevant video examples across a range of ages and the spectrum, will be incorporated. Outcomes: Participants will: 1. Become familiar with the research on assessment of ASD, including the diagnostic criteria. 2. Develop the necessary knowledge needed to select appropriate diagnostic tools that includes standardized and non-standardized measures for children across the spectrum. 3. Understand how to set up and structure assessments for students who present with challenging behaviors.
Event Details
Title
AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS: COMMUNICATION ASSESSMENT AND THE SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Date(s)
Jan 10, 2012
Time
8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Registration for this workshop opens at 8:00 a.m.
Audience
Speech-language pathologists, teachers, and paraprofessionals.
Facilitator(s)
Jaime Tate-Symons Wilma Johnson Donna Judge
Partners
South County SELPA, Diagnostic Center of Southern California
Included
materials (no breakfast or lunch will be served)
Price
$ 15.00 per individual
**The cost is $5 for South County and East County SELPA district employees (SWEETWATER, CHULA VISTA, NATIONAL, CORONADO, SAN YSIDRO AND SOUTH BAY, ALPINE UNION, BARONA INDIAN CHARTER, CAJON VALLEY UNION, DEHESA, GUHSD, JAMUL-DULZURA, LAKESIDE UNION, LA MESA-SPRING VALLEY, LEMON GROVE, MOUNTAIN EMPIRE AND SANTEE.) Make checks payable to: San Diego County Superintendent of Schools
Mail check to: Wilma Johnson South County SELPA 800 National City Blvd., Room 202 National City, CA 91950
Breakfast or lunch will NOT be served.
**PLEASE NOTE PURCHASE ORDERS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED**
Location
South County Regional Education Center (SCREC) 800 National City Blvd. National City, CA 91950 Map | Driving Directions Note:IMPORTANT: Parking for this event is on the top floor of the structure only. Tickets will be issued. Maps and directions provided by Google® Maps. Please verify map and driving directions for accuracy prior to attending event.
