Amy Laurent, Ph.D., OTR/L is a developmental psychologist and a registered pediatric occupational therapist. specialising in the education of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and related developmental disabilities. She is a co-author of the SCERTS model and her services in the USA focus on the creation of educational programs and environments that facilitate children’s active engagement and learning at home, in schools, and throughout their communities.

Day 1 of this course will introduce the SCERTS model, a comprehensive, multidisciplinary educational approach designed for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). This model is not exclusive of other treatment approaches and methodologies, but rather provides a framework for those who are seeking guidelines for implementing a comprehensive educational plan that is based on our knowledge of the core developmental challenges faced by children with ASD, family-centered care, and our knowledge of the recommended tenets of educational programming. The model was designed to provide guidelines for helping children progress through the stages of becoming a competent social communicator. It was also designed to provide families and educational teams with the help they may need to feel successful in supporting the child. Participants of this course will learn how to determine meaningful, purposeful, and motivating goals and strategies based on a child’s developmental stage, functional needs, and family priorities.

Day 2 of this course will begin with the essential priorities for applying the SCERTS assessment in program development, namely writing goals and determining supports (i.e., educational planning) and adjusting programming based upon developmental level.

Lunch and refreshments are provided on both days.

Tickets are transferable but not refundable.

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