Engage, Play, Connect: Practical Strategies for Young Children with Autism and their Families
Event Description:
This 4-part training series is designed for professionals working with children from birth to age 3 with or at risk for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). While the primary focus is on toddlers, preschool providers working with children up to age 5 are welcome and will find the strategies applicable to their work.
Training Format:
Two full-day, in-person sessions: Participants will explore evidence-based strategies and gain a deeper understanding of how to support young children with ASD and their families.
Two 1.5-hour online case study sessions: Structured full and small group discussions will allow participants to present information about a child from their own caseload. These discussions will help apply the knowledge gained in the full-day sessions to real-life scenarios, enhancing practical understanding.
NOTE: Attendance at all four sessions is required to ensure adequate translation of knowledge to application.
Key Areas of Focus:
Current understanding of ASD in young children
Individualized engagement strategies
Play and social interaction
Expressive communication (with an emphasis on AAC)
Participation in self-care and family routines
Participants will gain practical tools and strategies that can be used immediately in their work with young children with ASD.
Locations:
There are TWO locations to select from:
Capitol Plaza Hotel in Montpelier, VT OR
Equinox Hotel in Manchester, VT
Dates and Times:
Capitol Plaza Hotel, 100 State Street, MONTPELIER, VT (Please register by January 2, 2025)
Date
Time
What
Thursday, January 16, 2025
9:00AM-4:00PM
Full Day IP
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
1:30-3:00PM
Case Study Remote
Thursday, March 6, 2025
9:00AM-4:00PM
Full Day IP
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
1:30-3:00PM
Case Study Remote
Equinox Resort, 3257 Main Street, MANCHESTER, VT (Please register by February 27, 2025)