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What:
Using play to meet goals will address why children play and how we as therapists can plan and facilitate playful activities to help the children we work with meet their goals. Video clips of therapists in several disciplines will be used to support webinar content. This webinar will help teachers, health care providers, therapists, parents/families, and caregivers expand their knowledge on how and why children play. This information can assist children with disabilities starting from birth and carry on through their adolescence. This training will help attendees better understand play and utilize the tools that they have in their home to offer children of all abilities at any age and stage.

When:
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
10:00 am - 11:00 am Mountain

Cost:
$30 CEU-Credit, $25 Non-Credit

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What:
Children are typically referred to an occupational therapist for help with feeding difficulties.
Yet, a qualified speech therapist may also play an important role in effectively addressing
feeding and swallowing issues. An informative presentation by Amy Lorash, M.S.,
CCC-SLP, to learn more about when and how working with a speech therapist may be
appropriate.

When:
Thursday, September 5, 2013
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Mountain

Where:
Easter Seals-Goodwill
1537 Ave. D, Ste. 115
Billings, MT 59102

Contact:
Kelly Melius at 657-9728 or email kellym@esgw.org

Cost:
Free of Charge

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What:
The social communication and social thinking needs of individuals on the Autism Spectrum are often the most challenging aspects of parenting, treating and teaching this population. This workshop will address numerous intervention strategies highlighting methods and materials available from leading experts in the area of social language. The presenters will provide detailed information, video demonstrations and materials that will enhance the attendee's abilities to help children with High Functioning Autism and Asperger's Syndrome improve social interaction, perspective taking and other Theory of Mind issues. Intended Audience: Parents, speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, educators, family support specialists, paraprofessionals, nurses, and pediatricians. When:
Thursday, February 21, 2013
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Mountain
Registration 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm Mountain Where:
Central Montana Education Center
773 Airport Road, Room 2
Lewistown, MT 59457 Cost:
$25.00 non refundable Contact:
dmiller@msubillings.edu
Debra Miller, Region III CSPD
(406) 657-2072  

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What:
This workshop is designed for a variety of individuals:
Schools just beginning to think about Response to Instruction (RtI) Support staff in schools already implementing RtI (speech therapists, school psychologists, occupational and physical therapist, tutors, etc.) New administrators or teachers in schools already implementing RtI New members on established RtI teams Non -team staff members of schools which are in the process of implementing the RtI process Participants will be provided:
An overview of the Montana RtI model--both the "big picture" and the eight essential implementation components Practical strategies and possible next steps they might take to "power up and move forward" with RtI implementation efforts Discussion of their specific positions and roles "fit in" with RtI structures and procedures
When/Where:
Monday, February 25, 2013
8:00 am - 3:30 pm Mountain
Hampton Inn
2301 14th Street Southwest
Great Falls, MT 59404 Cost:
Free for CSPD Region II Residents, participation by individuals from outside of Region II is welcome, however, a $25.00 per person fee is required for the workshop. Region II consists of the counties of Cascade, Teton, Pondera, Toole, Glacier, Liberty, Hill, Blaine, and Chouteau. Contact:
cspd@havre.k12.mt.us
Aileen Couch, Coordinator
REG

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What:
This conference will discuss the application, assesment, and features of various assistive technologies, and should be attended by rehabilitation and education professionals working with Assistive Technology including Suppliers, Technologists, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Rehabilitation Engineers, Educators and others interested in assistive technology. See registration page for full syllabus and details. When:
April 25, 26, 2013 Where:
New England Assistive Technology Resource and Education Center at Oak Hill
33 Coventry Street
Hartford, CT 06112 Cost:
RESNA member $350, Nonmember $465, Student $315 (RESNA is authorized by IACET to offer 1.4 CEUs for this program.)

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The Spectrum of Developmental Disabilities activity will provide an interdisciplinary approach to the issues of motor dysfunction. This multidisciplinary course will review motor dysfunction, including epidemiology, genetic and neuroimaging issues, diagnostic overlaps, associated dysfunctions, evaluation and management, outcomes and future directions. Objectives: Discuss the inter-relationships between cognition, motor and behavior disorders of childhood Recognize and diagnose developmental coordination disorders Define the contents of a successful outcome for children with motor disorders Develop a reasoned evaluation for children who present with hypotonia Target Audiences: Physicians Pediatricians Developmental-behavioral pediatricians Child psychiatristas Educators Nurses Occupational therapists / psychologists / speech and language pathologists Physical therapists When/Where:
March 18-20, 2013
Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Turner Auditorium
720 Rutland Ave
Baltimore, MD

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What:
The social communication and social thinking needs of individuals on the Autism Spectrum are often the most challenging aspects of parenting, treating and teaching this population. This workshop will address numerous intervention strategies highlighting methods and materials available from leading experts in the area of social language. The presenters will provide detailed information, video demonstrations and materials that will enhance the attendee's abilities to help children with High Functioning Autism and Asperger's Syndrome improve social interaction, perspective taking and other Theory of Mind issues. Intended Audience: Parents Speech language pathologists Occupational therapists Physical therapists Educators Family support specialists Paraprofessionals Nurses Pediatricians. When:
Thursday, November 1, 2012
8:30am - 12:45pm Mountain | Registration 8:00-8:30 Where:
Montana State University Billings
College of Education, Room 122
Billings, MT Contact:
Debra Miller, Region III CSPD
406-657-2072 | dmiller@msubillings.edu

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What:
The purpose of this conference is to provide up-to-date research and treatment strategies on a wide variety of special education issues. This conference provides numerous opportunities for professionals to acquire new information and ideas to work collaboratively to meet the needs of students with special needs. Therapists and educators will enhance their knowledge of best practice in instructional strategies. Participants will have the opportunity to hear nationally and internationally recognized speakers on a variety of topics. Educators can attend selected concurrent courses to best meet their professional needs. When/Where:
March 6-8, 2013
Multiple times
Shoreline Conference Center-Shoreline, WA (North Seattle Area) Contact:
Rehab Seminars
500 Goss Road
Port Townsend, WA  98368 Phone: (360) 379-6994 Fax: (360) 379-5271

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COPAA is offering five webinars  as part of this summer series. You are welcome to register for individual sessions or for the entire series of sessions. More information: Summer series - Fall series What:
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a professional advocate? What kind of training is needed? How do I attract clients? What do I do after I'm hired? What about billing? And how do I avoid burn-out? This session provides a starting point to answer these questions. Many parents, therapists, retired school district staff, and others routinely ask me how to become a professional advocate. Of course, there is no One Right Way to do this, no certification, no road map. . . and so the goal is to help participants consider the next steps, to provide them with some information about what has worked for some professional advocates, and to connect them with resources. This presentation will cover the following issues, among others: role of the advocate, sources/types of training, work environments, attracting clients, advocate's intake and next steps, maintaining records and confidentiality, billing, pro bono work, the importance of boundaries, and networking resources. The presentation will also reference COPAA's Voluntary Code of Ethics for advocates.

When:
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Mountain

Cost:
$79.00 per session or
$275.00 for the fall series (all 5 sessions)
$599.00 Annual Webinar Subscription: Includes ALL Live and Archived Sessions
(Member discount

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What:
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that represents a range of symptoms from mild to severe and affects overall developmental status-in social communication and other relevant cognitive and motor behaviors. In 2013, a study released by the CDC found the number of children affected by ASD to be roughly 2% of the population, or 1 in 50. Communities of support for individuals with ASD are necessary in order to bring about effective treatment, education, and inclusion. This conference is open to all interested persons (teachers, therapists, counselors, medical professionals, parents, and community members). When:
August 1 - 2, 2013
8:30 am - 4:00 pm Mountain (both days) Where:
Montana State University Billings (main campus)
1500 University Dr.
Billings, MT 59101 Cost:
$150.00, discount available for early bird registration

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Individuals with autism have complex needs. This webinar will provide a preview of the top apps that promote a wide range of skills for individuals with autism: communication, social skills, behavior, and more. In addition, you will learn about uses of apps that therapists and parents are finding useful in meeting the unique challenges of indidviuals with autism. Participants will be able to identify three apps, two apps that support literacy and writing skills, one app that tracks behavior for behavioral support and two apps that provide organizational supports, visual supports or task completion.

When:
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Mountain

Cost:
Webinar fee - $49.00

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This interactive workshop is perfect for professionals and/or parents who have previously attended the PECS Basic Training and want to address specific PECS implementation challenges and expand the use of PECS across a wide range of activities and setting.  Pyramid's skilled instructor will lead group discussions and video analyses regarding practical and resourceful solutions, and innovative problem solving strategies for complex PECS implementation situations.  The workshop will further provide practical ideas for advance lessons in expanding the learners' language and communication within functional activities, and essential tools in identifying communication opportunities across the day.  Participants will leave the training with innovative and creative ideas on how to successfully problem solve PECS implementation and how to take PECS to the next level When/Where:
October 18-19, 2012
Willson Board Room
Willson School
404 West Main Street
Bozeman, MT Target Audience: Teachers Classroom assistants Occupational Therapists Speech Language Pathologists Parents Contact:
Registration Information call:
Dorothy at (406) 227-7322
General information call:
Denielle at (406) 587-4970  

The AUCD is hosting thier fourth student webinar series. This webinar will focus on aging with an intellectual disability, topics could include health disparities or health promotion.  The next webinar will take place on Wednesday July 31 from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Mountain.

The webinar is sponsored by The Arc for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.  Our last webinar participants included doctors, a dentist, therapists, students, Arc chapter employees, and state/local health department employees- so a pretty broad audience. The webinar will be live captioned.

If you are a student or know of any students who might be interested in presenting, please let us know. Each presentation is 15 minutes long (3 presenters) with five minutes of questions at the end.

Anyone interested in presenting needs to contact Alicia Dixon-Ibarra (dixona@onid.orst.edu), Kerri Vanderbom (mcmurtrk@onid.orst.edu), or Mara Nery (nerym@onid.orst.edu) with your presentation topic.

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This group is designed for parents who are dealing with specific challenges usually encountered once their adoptees are settled in (~ 1 year or more into the adoption), for parents with challenging children and interested others. CONNECT (formerly Together in Parenting) is a process-based support group lead by a licensed therapist that gives parents a venue in which to form an emotional connection with other parents experiencing similar issues with their children. Each month, we address concerns of parents who are present via peer support and therapeutic suggestions. Parents who are experiencing challenging times with their children find the support of other parents who have been on the adoption and parenting journey for some time to be invaluable. Child care will be available if this is determined to be a need of the group. When:
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
12:00 - 1:00pm Mountain When:
The last Thursday of each month
7:00-8:30 pm Mountain Where:
Evangelical Free Church - Room 102
S. 19th St.
Bozeman, MT

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Bal-A-Vis-X is a series of more than 200 Balance/Auditory/Vision exercises, of varied complexity, most of which are deeply rooted in rhythm. These crossing midline exercises require full-body coordination and focused attention. The program utilizes beanbags, racquetballs, balance boards, and multiple principles and activities from Educational Kinesiology for crossing midline. It demands cooperation, promotes self-challenge and fosters self-esteem….and it is FUN! This is a hands-on workshop and you will be moving and learning, so wear something comfortable and bring a water bottle. Participants will complete Levels 1, 2, and Adaptive Bal-a-Vis-X instruction. Who Should Attend: Administrators, Principals, Regular and Special Educators, School Psychologists, Teachers, Social Workers, Therapists - OT/PT/SLP, Paraprofessionals Parents When:
August 7-8, 2012 Where:
Smith Elementary School
2320 5th Avenue
Helena, MT 59601 Contact:
Denielle Miller
3929 Baxter
Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 587-4970

What:
Children with autism and related neurodevelopmental disorders present numerous challenges for therapists and educators. They have significant processing deficits that impact their functioning across domains, and can stretch the knowledge and resources of even experienced practitioners. Often viewed through the lens of "behavior," the symptoms these children display are more accurately described as manifestations of inefficient and ineffective processing. Understanding how information processing deficits impact these children paves the way for applying a new generation of strategies designed to address core processing problems and promote meaningful skill development. Objectives include: Describe the connection between information processing deficits and symptoms in autism/related disorders. Differentiate between methods that promote rote behavior and those that develop meaningful thinking. Explain how to adjust the pacing of activities to improve processing, communication and behavior. Discuss communication modifications that support processing speed and effectiveness. Describe how processing problems impact behavior and hot to respond in ways that diffuse behavior more quickly. Explain the importance of nonverbal communication development for overall communication and thinking abilities. When/Where:
Wednesday, September 26, 2012 - Click to Register
Courtyard by Marriott Missoula
4559 North Reserve St
Missoula MT 59808 Thursday, September 27, 2012 - Click to Register
Best Western Butte Plaza Inn
2900 Harrison Ave
Butte MT 59701 Friday, September 28, 2012 - t