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| Autism Spectrum Disorders, and Mental Illness in Children March 11 - 13, 2009 Mundelein, IL |
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Schedule for Conference Days
| 7:00-8:00am 9:30-9:45am 9:45-11:30am 11:30am-12:30pm 12:30-2:00pm 2:00-2:15pm 2:15-3:30pm |
Check-In
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Break
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Lunch (on your own)
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Lunch (on your own)
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Use the above form with checks and
purchase orders. If paying with credit
card, please pay for conference online.
purchase orders. If paying with credit
card, please pay for conference online.
Registration Information:
-Registrations are incomplete without payments or purchase orders.
-Purchase orders, Visa, Mastercard and checks are accepted.
-A registration form must be completed for each attendee listed on a P.O.
-Requisitions are not accepted.
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Professionals: Parents:
March 11-13: $220 March 11-13: $100
March 11-12: $180 March 11-12: $75
March 12-13: $180 March 12-13: $75
March 11 & 13: $180 March 11 & 13: $75
March 11: $130 March 11: $50
March 12: $130 March 12: $50
March 13: $50 March 13: $50
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Canadian registration payment information
-Registrations are incomplete without payments or purchase orders.
-Purchase orders, Visa, Mastercard and checks are accepted.
-A registration form must be completed for each attendee listed on a P.O.
-Requisitions are not accepted.
______________________________________
Professionals: Parents:
March 11-13: $220 March 11-13: $100
March 11-12: $180 March 11-12: $75
March 12-13: $180 March 12-13: $75
March 11 & 13: $180 March 11 & 13: $75
March 11: $130 March 11: $50
March 12: $130 March 12: $50
March 13: $50 March 13: $50
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Canadian registration payment information
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| Are you a professional AND a parent of a child with ASD? Register as a professional if your fee is being paid for by your work, or if you will be reimbursed for the conference. Parent fees are only for those who must pay out of their own family budgets. |
A total of 12 CPDUs will be offered from the IL State Board of Education for March 11-12, 2009 only.
CEU's approved for:
Social Workers
ABA therapists (applied behavioral analysis)
Occupational Therapists
Physical Therapists
Speech and Language (ASHA)
Educators/teachers
Psychologists
Nurses
All CEUs authorized by IACET (International Association for Continuing Education and Training) are available for this
activity. Individuals wishing to earn CEUs are advised to check with their certification body, licensure agency, and/or
employer to determine if these CEUs can be used to satisfy specific requirements. The AAC website is
http://www.aacinstitute.org/CEUs/
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations made within two weeks of the conference will receive no reimbursement. Substitutions are allowed. For
checks and purchase orders, cancellations made prior to the two weeks before the conference will be subject to a $30
administration fee. With online registration, cancellations made prior to the two weeks before the conference will be
charged a $15 administration fee. No refunds will be made for those cancelling during the two weeks before the
conference. No exceptions. Cancellations will be accepted only in writing.
Meals:
Lunch will be on your own. Breakfast and afternoon snack are included in your registration fee.
Books:
We will have an extensive ASD bookstore at the conference. Purchase orders, Visa, MC, checks and cash are accepted.
Graduate Credit: (Parents not eligible)
Workshop participants may choose to earn graduate credit from Silver Lake College for extending the knowledge and
skills gained in the workshop to an independent and authentic application of theory to practice within his/her relevant
educational and/or professional setting. Some workshops are available for either one (1) OR two (2) graduate credits;
other workshops are available only for one (1) graduate credit. Please refer to the credit registration form and the
syllabi regarding the credit options available.
Credit registration form
March 11th Syllabus
March 12th Syllabus
CEU's approved for:
Social Workers
ABA therapists (applied behavioral analysis)
Occupational Therapists
Physical Therapists
Speech and Language (ASHA)
Educators/teachers
Psychologists
Nurses
All CEUs authorized by IACET (International Association for Continuing Education and Training) are available for this
activity. Individuals wishing to earn CEUs are advised to check with their certification body, licensure agency, and/or
employer to determine if these CEUs can be used to satisfy specific requirements. The AAC website is
http://www.aacinstitute.org/CEUs/
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations made within two weeks of the conference will receive no reimbursement. Substitutions are allowed. For
checks and purchase orders, cancellations made prior to the two weeks before the conference will be subject to a $30
administration fee. With online registration, cancellations made prior to the two weeks before the conference will be
charged a $15 administration fee. No refunds will be made for those cancelling during the two weeks before the
conference. No exceptions. Cancellations will be accepted only in writing.
Meals:
Lunch will be on your own. Breakfast and afternoon snack are included in your registration fee.
Books:
We will have an extensive ASD bookstore at the conference. Purchase orders, Visa, MC, checks and cash are accepted.
Graduate Credit: (Parents not eligible)
Workshop participants may choose to earn graduate credit from Silver Lake College for extending the knowledge and
skills gained in the workshop to an independent and authentic application of theory to practice within his/her relevant
educational and/or professional setting. Some workshops are available for either one (1) OR two (2) graduate credits;
other workshops are available only for one (1) graduate credit. Please refer to the credit registration form and the
syllabi regarding the credit options available.
Credit registration form
March 11th Syllabus
March 12th Syllabus
Mental Illness in Children, with Christopher Okiishi, M.D.
childhood psychiatric conditions. At the end of the day, we will look at real world examples of
behaviors a child may exhibit in the classroom, community or home and understand the
possible mental health underpinnings of these behaviors.
Dr. Okiishi will be addressing:
Mood disorders: Depression, bipolar, adjustment disorders, grief
Anxiety disorders: Generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, panic disorder, OCD,
post-traumatic stress disorder, separation anxiety disorder
Disruptive behavior disorders: ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, conduct disorder,
reactive attachment disorder
Tic disorders: Tourette Syndrome
Cognitive disorders: Mental disabilities, learning disorders
Psychotic disorders: Schizophrenia
Learning objectives for each group of disorders:
-Diagnostic strategies
-Symptoms and 'hallmark' behaviors
-Predisposing factors
-Co-morbid disorders and disorder comparisons
-Impact of symptoms on individual, family and friends
-Skills training for parents/teachers
-Statistics and prevalence of disorders
-Reasons to treat
-How to treat, including medications, therapy and other interventions
-When it gets dangerous, and things to avoid
behaviors a child may exhibit in the classroom, community or home and understand the
possible mental health underpinnings of these behaviors.
Dr. Okiishi will be addressing:
Mood disorders: Depression, bipolar, adjustment disorders, grief
Anxiety disorders: Generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, panic disorder, OCD,
post-traumatic stress disorder, separation anxiety disorder
Disruptive behavior disorders: ADHD, oppositional defiant disorder, conduct disorder,
reactive attachment disorder
Tic disorders: Tourette Syndrome
Cognitive disorders: Mental disabilities, learning disorders
Psychotic disorders: Schizophrenia
Learning objectives for each group of disorders:
-Diagnostic strategies
-Symptoms and 'hallmark' behaviors
-Predisposing factors
-Co-morbid disorders and disorder comparisons
-Impact of symptoms on individual, family and friends
-Skills training for parents/teachers
-Statistics and prevalence of disorders
-Reasons to treat
-How to treat, including medications, therapy and other interventions
-When it gets dangerous, and things to avoid
| Thursday March 12 |
interacting socially. This workshop describes how to handle meltdowns and design effective of
how to generalize skills into the natural setting and increase acceptance and tolerance from
peers. Information will be imparted though lecture, interactive exercises, and video clips.
Learning objectives for participants:
-To understand the reasons for social skill deficits and disruptive behaviors.
-To learn strategies to deal effectively with meltdowns and be able to put together an effective
behavior plan to prevent frustrations.
-To understand how to put together a social skills training program in schools or at home.
-To learn ways to motivate verbal and non-verbal students to want to socialize.
-To learn several strategies for teaching and generalizing skills.
-To learn how to create programs for typical peers to accept students with disabilities and
model positive behaviors.
how to generalize skills into the natural setting and increase acceptance and tolerance from
peers. Information will be imparted though lecture, interactive exercises, and video clips.
Learning objectives for participants:
-To understand the reasons for social skill deficits and disruptive behaviors.
-To learn strategies to deal effectively with meltdowns and be able to put together an effective
behavior plan to prevent frustrations.
-To understand how to put together a social skills training program in schools or at home.
-To learn ways to motivate verbal and non-verbal students to want to socialize.
-To learn several strategies for teaching and generalizing skills.
-To learn how to create programs for typical peers to accept students with disabilities and
model positive behaviors.
| Wednesday March 11 |
| North Shore 510 E. Rt. 83 Mundelein, IL 60060 (847) 949-5100 |
| A limited block of rooms has been reserved for $99 plus tax per night. Please call the hotel to make your reservations today! |
| Friday March 13 |
IATTAP focuses on educating and supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
and their families. This organization will be holding a day of training for the parents of
children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. The following workshops will be presented:
1. Consistency throughout the Day: Home, School and Community
consistent across environments. A support or strategy may look different at home than in
school but still serve the same function. Learn about the importance of supports and how to
adapt them to the environments and activities in which your child needs them.
2. Self-Determination: How Do We Get There?
Parents of children with autism often wonder what the future will bring and how to best
prepare their children for it. Regardless of ability level or age, all children can work on the
skills needed to live a self-determined adult life. Self-determination skills, including
self-awareness, problem-solving, and self-advocacy will maximize opportunities and
satisfaction in life. We will look at the many skills that go into self-determination and how to
teach those skills to children of differing ages and abilities.
3. Autism is a Family Affair
Autism affects more than just the individual. This session looks at the different challenges
faced by families of children with autism and explores positive and productive ways of
meeting the unique challenges and demands we face. Topics include family stress,
extended family issues, sibling issues, myths about marriage/divorce in the autism
community, and more.
4. When the Political becomes Personal: Autism Legislation & Advocacy in Illinois
What happens in Springfield has a direct impact on the lives of thousands of children and
adults with autism and other developmental disabilities in Illinois, as well as their families and
loved ones. Political action is a critical component of securing support and opportunities for
individuals and families affected by autism. This session will look at what is currently
happening in Illinois and why we all need to be aware of legislative efforts.
and their families. This organization will be holding a day of training for the parents of
children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. The following workshops will be presented:
1. Consistency throughout the Day: Home, School and Community
consistent across environments. A support or strategy may look different at home than in
school but still serve the same function. Learn about the importance of supports and how to
adapt them to the environments and activities in which your child needs them.
2. Self-Determination: How Do We Get There?
Parents of children with autism often wonder what the future will bring and how to best
prepare their children for it. Regardless of ability level or age, all children can work on the
skills needed to live a self-determined adult life. Self-determination skills, including
self-awareness, problem-solving, and self-advocacy will maximize opportunities and
satisfaction in life. We will look at the many skills that go into self-determination and how to
teach those skills to children of differing ages and abilities.
3. Autism is a Family Affair
Autism affects more than just the individual. This session looks at the different challenges
faced by families of children with autism and explores positive and productive ways of
meeting the unique challenges and demands we face. Topics include family stress,
extended family issues, sibling issues, myths about marriage/divorce in the autism
community, and more.
4. When the Political becomes Personal: Autism Legislation & Advocacy in Illinois
What happens in Springfield has a direct impact on the lives of thousands of children and
adults with autism and other developmental disabilities in Illinois, as well as their families and
loved ones. Political action is a critical component of securing support and opportunities for
individuals and families affected by autism. This session will look at what is currently
happening in Illinois and why we all need to be aware of legislative efforts.
Special Parent Day with the Illinois Autism Training and Technical Assistance Project
