This training is designed for students with autism or other complex needs who have limited or absent communication skills, including minimal tacting (labeling) and manding (requesting). Participants will learn conceptual foundations, protocols, and instructional methods for developing early social interactions, teaching functional communication, and implementing an object sort program for intensive teaching and data collection. Mand training procedures—including sign, vocal, and AAC-based requesting—and related data systems will also be covered.Days 1–3 will be in person and focus on core content. On Day 4, participants will meet virtually to share non-identifying assessment results for their target student. On Day 5, they will virtually present the implementation results of their object sort program using a provided PowerPoint template. Before Days 4 and 5, participants must complete two brief coaching sessions with a TASN coach: one prior to conducting the assessment and one before implementing the object sort program (approximately 20 minutes each). Participants who attend and share on Day 4 will receive a certificate of completion. Those who present implementation results on Day 5 will be invited to join a Train-the-Trainer cohort to support agency- or district-wide capacity building.
To register for all 5 days of this training, click here.
Training Requirements:
Read two articles prior to training
Bring 2" binder and 8 count tabs and a charged laptop or device
Coaching support after training
Optional: Online modules
Lactation Room: If you require a lactation room during training days, please indicate this in the accommodations section of this registration.
If you have questions, please contact: nicholeh@tasnatbs.org
Professional development credit or CEUs are available for participants who attend the entire event. No credit will be provided for partial attendance.
Approved for 18 continuing education clock hours for Kansas licensed Speech-Language Pathologists by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services, LTS S1318
This event is approved for Learning: Ace Event (formerly Type 2) continuing education units for BCaBAs and BCBAs by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
The BACB does not warrant, endorse, sponsor, or approve, or partner with the event, organization, or instructor. 18 CEUs will be awarded for the completion of all requirements. The content for this event is considered intermediate.
There is no fee. For further information, contact Peggy VonFeldt, peggyv@tasnatbs.org.
Learning Objectives – Participants will:
Registration may be cancelled up to 14 days prior to the event for a full refund. Cancellations received within 14 days of the event will not be refunded. No-show registrations will also not be refunded.