ABC's of ABA June 2006

[Guest guest]

The ABC’s of ABA is an introductory workshop co-sponsored by FEAT-Houston

for anyone with a desire to learn more about ABA. This workshop isn’t just for

beginners. It is an excellent review of the basics and an opportunity to see if

you really understand the principles involved in training and managing

behaviors.

Gerald E. , Ph.D., BCBA, is a Clinical Psychologist, licensed by the

State of Texas, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst with extensive experience

in the treatment of young children. Dr. teaches classes in Applied

Behavior Analysis, and is active professionally and politically in the autism

community. Dr. is the Executive Director of the Texas Young Autism

Project, Texas Resource for Early Autism Treatment, Texas Early Autism

Management Treatment Center, and the new Center for Cognitive Rehabilitation.

FEAT-Houston offers a few scholarships to public school staff working with

children with autism or parents in severe financial need. Please contact Carol

Sloan, cysloan@... for details

Space is limited - Register Early

Discounts Available for Early Registration

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Registration Form is attached but the information is copied below for quick

reading.

FEAT-Houston is pleased to present:

The ABCs of ABA - Essential Skills

Presented by: Gerald , Ph.D., BCBA

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Date: Saturday, June 17, 2006

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Registration: 8:30 am

Location: University of Houston Central Campus, the Heyne Building,

H-Building 534, room 135, auditorium

Directions: Take I-45 South (if coming from downtown area) to Cullen

Exit. Turn right on Cullen. Before you get to Wheeler, the Heyne Building is the

last building on the left. Turn left into the front of the building and the

parking lot is immediately on the right, entrance 13A. Parking lot gate should

be up to allow free admission for those attending the TxABA Autism SIG workshop.

Follow the signs inside the building. Map available at

http://www.uh.edu/campus_map/buildings/H.html

Description: This workshop is an introduction to the principles of Applied

Behavior Analysis (ABA). It is an excellent starting point for parents,

therapists, teachers, case workers, family and friends! Whether you are just

starting a program, or if you have a program in place but need training for

additional therapists or family members, you will come away from this workshop

with a better understanding of how to teach effectively. Workshops are intended

to help parents with the ongoing problem of hiring and training therapists and

to provide an introduction to persons with a desire to work as therapists and

teachers. Workshops are open to anyone with a desire to learn more about ABA. No

prior experience is necessary. Lecture, video, and handouts may be used. Box

lunch provided but no child care is available. Space is limited so

register early!

Registration and Fees: Register by June 7th to save!

Individual $50.00 ($40 if before 6/7) Student

$25.00 (with documentation)

Married Couple $75.00 ($65 if before 6/7) Groups of 5 or more

$35/attendee (deduct $10 per group if before 6/7)

There are a limited number of scholarships/reduced rates available for

families experiencing financial hardship or for teachers who have students with

autism/pdd. Email Carol Sloan (below) to inquire.

Please send check made out to FEAT-Houston to: Carol Sloan

22 Silverstrand Place

The Woodlands, TX 77381

Confirmation of receipt of payment will be sent via e-mail. Questions may be

sent to: Carol Sloan at cysloan@...

Name:_______________________________ Are you new to ABA?

Address:_____________________________ Email:

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Phone:_____________________________

Are you a Parent & shy; & shy; & shy;____ Teacher_____ Therapist____

Other?___________________________

Total Attending:______________________ Amount

Enclosed:____________________

Names of Others Attending: (Please note category: Parent, Teacher,

Therapist etc.)

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