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7/17/2009


Online CEU webinar for BA Practitioners

Introducing an innovative way to expand your knowledge of ABA! New online webinars are now available through Florida Tech PDP ABA Online program and ABA Technologies, Inc. These webinars are most appropriate for  anyone seeking to expand their understanding of the practice of behavioral analysis; including but not limited to: parents, teachers, behavior analysts, psychologists, social workers, counselors, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, individuals who work or live with persons with special needs, students seeking their degree in behavioral analysis or psychology, and students seeking their BACB® or BCaBA® certification.  These webinars are offered completely online in two different formats. 

“BEHP 1010: Ethical and Legal Considerations for the Behavior Analysis Practitioner”
August 16th through August 22nd
In this webinar students will explore the ethical and legal considerations in the practice of behavior analysis. Topics discussed will include regulatory, disciplinary and professional standards, and ethical issues relevant to client services.  Particular emphasis will be placed on standards of professional practice dictated by the BACB® Guidelines for Responsible Conduct and the BACB® Ethical Considerations Task list. Case scenarios will be utilized to demonstrate principles and facilitate understanding of the webinar material.  Students do not need to purchase resources; all webinar materials are provided. 
“BEHP 1012: It Is Not All About Reinforcement or Is It? Discriminating between Motivating Operations and Discriminative Stimuli: A Conceptual Analysis of the Operant Four-term Contingency”
September 12th, 10:00am
Discriminating between motivating operations (MOs) and discriminative stimuli is a critical skill that can make the difference between designing effective or ineffective interventions. Unfortunately, many have found the topic obtuse or daunting. This presentation provides explicit instruction on the topic by using every day examples and other heuristic techniques. The difference between MOs related to reinforcement and MOs related to punishment, and the difference between unconditioned MOs and the various types of conditioned MOs will be emphasized.
The cost of these webinars is $42.00 for the video session or broadcast session and $12.00 for the discussion session.  For current information on available webinars, and direct links to register, visit http://uc.fit.edu/pdp/programs/aba/ceu.php.

Filed Under Early Childhood Edition, School Edition, Training 

Supporting Staff in the Classroom

This workshop is designed for Directors. Learn strategies to develop relationships with staff and families to support teachers in the classroom. Directors will learn how to help teachers develop a behavioral support plan.

August 12, 2009 from 6pm – 8:30pm
RCMA Krome Center
551 W Cowboy Way
Labelle, FL 33935
Registration is required for this training.  To register or for more information please refer to http://www.elcofswfl.org/registration/review_event.php?event=504.

Filed Under Early Childhood Edition, Training 

Happiest Baby on the Block

Based on the work of Harvey Karp, MD, this workshop will teach you the secrets of how to calm a baby and save your sanity. Drawn from old wives wisdom and common sense, these techniques will give you skills to help your baby self-regulate, sleep longer, better and have happier awake time. You will receive a CD of Dr. Karp’s helpful advice and calming music.

August 05, 2009 from 6pm – 8:30pm
Immokalee Child Care Center
415 Colorado Ave.
Immokalee, FL 34142
Registration is required for this training.  To register or for more information please refer to http://www.elcofswfl.org/registration/review_event.php?event=507.
August 06, 2009 from 6pm – 8:30pm
United Way House
117 Fort Thompson Ave.
Labelle, FL 33935
Registration is required for this training.  To register or for more information please refer to http://www.elcofswfl.org/registration/review_event.php?event=508.

Filed Under Early Childhood Edition, Training 

Ronald McDonald House Charities Accepting Letters of Inquiry for Grants to Improve Lives of Children

Grants will be awarded to nonprofits working to improve the health and well being of children under age 21 through national and global programs. The RMHC Board of Trustees is most interested in national and international organizations that have a specific program related to children’s health and well-being. Organizations seeking funding should have a specific program that directly improves the health and well-being of children, addresses a significant funding gap or critical opportunity, has long-term impact in terms of replication or reach, produces measurable results, and is sustainable without relying on RMHC funding. Grants are not awarded to support ongoing general, operating, or administrative expenses.  Letter of Inquiry Deadline: September 4, 2009.  For more information or to apply please refer to
http://rmhc.org/what-we-do/grants/how-to-apply/.

Filed Under Early Childhood Edition, Grant Opportunities and Scholarships, School Edition 

CVS Caremark Community Grants Program Accepting Grant Applications for Programs Serving Children With Disabilities and the Uninsured

Grants of up to $5,000 will be awarded to nonprofits and schools working to provide disabled children and youth under age 21 with health and rehabilitation programs and active play opportunities alongside their non-disabled peers. Deadline: October 31, 2009.  For more information or to apply please visit http://info.cvscaremark.com/community/our-impact/community-grants.

Filed Under Early Childhood Edition, Grant Opportunities and Scholarships, School Edition 

Guardianship Training for Attorneys

June 19, 2009
July 10, 2009
July 17, 2009

The Office of Public Guardian, Agency for Persons with Disabilities, and the Center for Special Needs Trust are sponsoring a training for attorneys.

June 19th, 2009 in Jacksonville
July, 10th, 2009 in West Palm Beach 
July 17th, 2009 in Sarasota
The registration fee for this event is $165 but will be waived for attorneys who satisfy ONE of the following THREE options.  (1) Complete the Florida Bar’s Low Fee Panel Application, (2) Volunteer with the Center for Guardian Advocacy, OR (3) Provide a written commitment to provide 10 hours of Pro Bono Guardianship legal services.  For more information or to register please visit www.guardianshiptraining.com.  The registration deadlines are listed on this website but are 15 days prior to the event, and space is limited.  For additional questions please contact the Office of Public Guardian toll-free at 1-866-615-0284 ext. 107.

Filed Under Early Childhood Edition, Events, School Edition 

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