Free Workshop - BACA Indiana - Dr. Gerhardt

[Guest guest]

On August 13, 2011 the Behavior Analysis Center for Autism (BACA) - Preparatory

Services will be hosting a workshop by Dr. Gerhardt on teaching skills to

adolescents and adults with autism and Asperger's Syndrome. This presentation is

from 9am to 4pm and will touch upon important topics such as community

integration and employment; development of adaptive behavior; and the use of

technology to support community safety and independence.

Gerhardt, Ed.D., is the Director of Education, Upper School, for the

McCarton School in New York City. Dr. Gerhardt has more than 30 years experience

utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis in support of adolescents

and adults with autism spectrum disorders in educational, employment,

residential and community-based settings.

Dr. Gerhardt serves as Chairman of the Scientific Council for the Organization

for Autism Research, is on the Editorial Board of Behavior Analysis in Practice

and on numerous professional advisory boards, including the Autism Society of

America. Dr. Gerhardt received his doctorate from Rutgers University.

BACA is located at 9929 E. 126th Street in Fishers, Indiana and is nationally

recognized for providing the highest level of applied behavior analysis services

to teach and improve the quality of life for individuals with autism and related

disorders ages 8-18.

Executive Director, Dr. Carl Sundberg, will be present to describe how aspects

of Dr. Gerhardt's presentation are implemented at BACA Preparatory Services. An

insurance specialist will be available to answer questions regarding coverage

for BACA Preparatory Services.

Please contact Devon Sundberg for questions and registration:

dsundberg@...

Online Registration Available at www.thebaca.com

Title:

Bridges to Adulthood for Learners with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Targeting

Lives of Competence and Quality

By:

Dr. Gerhardt

Location:

BACA Prep

9929 E. 126th Street

Fishers, IN 46038

Time:

Saturday August 13, 2011 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Lunch:

12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. (on own)

Registration:

8 a.m.-9 a.m.

Cost:

Free for parents and relatives

$75 for professionals