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Lenny Caltabiano, Psy.D

Introductory Autism Applying the Principles of Behavior Workshop Series Analysis Across Domains

Kidz Conference Services has designed the June 26 or August 14, 2012 9:00 – 4:30 following workshops in an effort to disseminate accurate, practical and useful This workshop is designed to improve the Understanding Autism Spectrum information for effective educational services understanding of ABA and emphasizes the Disorder, Applied Behavior Analysis, to children with autistic spectrum disorders. importance of data collection. The These workshops are designed to assist application of behavioral principles within and Other Effective Interventions and the context of basic instructional strategies, Strategies: An Introductory educators and parents in developing more effective educational programs for as well as within a more traditional Workshop Series individuals affected by autism. Case educational setting, will be discussed. Because functional and social communication This three-day introductory workshop is geared examples will be incorporated throughout the towards providing attendees with a strong workshop. Multiple media sources will be is a special area of concern for individuals foundational understanding of Autism Spectrum utilized including videos, 3D imaging, and with ASD, strategies will focus on how to Disorder (ASD), Applied Behavior Analysis tablet applications. Group activities also will build functional and social communication (ABA), and other interventions that are used in be incorporated and participants will work skills. Additionally we will focus on specific conjunction with ABA to foster positive collaboratively for these activities. Example academic difficulties that students with ASD outcomes for individuals with ASD. data sheets and other additional handouts will may present within the areas of reading be included. comprehension, writing, and applied math. Presenter Interventions will be discussed for each of Lenny Caltabiano, Psy.D. these domains. A Contemporary View of Autism June 25, 26, 27, 2012 or and Established Interventions Beyond the Basics: Program Design August 13, 14, 15, 2012 and Implementation 9:00 – 4:30 June 25 or August 13, 2012 9:00 – 4:30 Registration begins at 8:30 June 27 or August 15, 2012 9:00 – 4:30 This workshop offers a research-based Location: definition of autism and reviews the latest This workshop will look beyond the basic research related to the prevalence of autism LIU - POST strategies and interventions and consider as well as the neurological mechanisms likely overall program design and implementation. Kahn Discovery Center – Rm 210 related to ASD. This will allow the attendees The importance of parent involvement and 720 Northern Blvd., to better understand and appreciate the need collaboration will be emphasized, along with Brookville, NY for specific approaches to intervention, such strategies to assist parents in becoming more as the behavior model (ABA), observational confident in addressing their child’s needs. Kidz Conference Services (social) learning model, visual support Consideration of the “cognitive” aspect of the 300 Garden City Plaza, Suite 350 model, and others which are introduced individual with autism will also be covered. Garden City, NY 11530 during today’s workshop. Cognitive-behavioral strategies that may lead 49 Wireless Blvd., Suite 170 to improvement in coping skills will be Hauppauge, NY 11788 discussed. Carry over of strategies into the P: 516 747-9030 F: 516 877-0998 www.kidzconferences.com community setting incorporating parental Please register at least 4 days prior to conference involvement will also be reviewed. date. Seating is limited. WORKSHOP DETAILS REGISTRATION BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION I plan to attend the June/August Introductory Autism There will be an hour break for lunch (on your series - Dr. Lenny Caltabiano is a New York State WAYS TO REGISTER: Licensed Psychologist and Certified School own). There will be (1) fifteen (15) minute break Online: www.kidzconferences.com with credit card Psychologist and currently is the Director of the in the morning and afternoon. Attendance for the By Fax with credit card 516 747-1833 Autism Behavioral Services Department at Kidz full length of the session is required for receipt of By Phone with credit card 516 747-9030 x161 Therapy Services. Dr. Caltabiano received his Certificate of Attendance. Certificates of By mail with check/credit card: Kidz Conference Services, 300 Garden City Plaza Ste 350, Garden City, NY 11530 doctoral degree in School Psychology at St. Attendance will be issued at the end of each daily John’s University and specializes in the areas of workshop. Print Information Clearly Autism Spectrum Disorder and the assessment of cognitive abilities. As a member of the National If interested, contact our office for copies of the ______Association of School Psychologists (NASP) and daily Learner Objectives and the daily Agendas. Name the American Psychological Association (APA), ______Dr. Caltabiano has presented at the national level AUDIENCE Street on topics related to autism and appropriate Preschool and Elementary Special Education identification of learning disabilities. At the state Teachers, Speech-Language Pathologists, ______City State Zip Code and local level, Dr. Caltabiano has conducted Psychologists, Social Workers, Teacher trainings and workshops for school district Assistants, and Parents. ______administrators, teachers, and para-educators on Phone # Profession topics related to autism identification and intervention. Dr. Caltabiano continues to provide ______E-mail Address consultation services and parent training services Please check each workshop you plan on attending: for children birth trough 21. In addition to his role ____ A Contemporary View of Autism and Established as Director at Kidz Therapy, Dr. Caltabiano holds Interventions. June 25 ____ August 13 ____ an adjunct teaching position at Dowling College, ____ Applying the Principles of Behavior Analysis Across Domains June 26 ____ August 14 ____ teaching a course on Applied Behavior Analysis ____ Beyond the Basics: Program Design and and severe disabilities. Prior to working at Kidz Implementation June 27_____ August 15____ Each course is offered for . 60 ASHA CEUs Therapy, Dr. Caltabiano was a School Total CEUs for 3 days 1.80) Psychologist for a Nassau County school district, (Introductory level, Professional area) Please check one: ___ Kidz Therapy Providers - where he helped to develop and operate a One day $75 __ Two days $140 __ Three days $200__ specialized program for elementary and middle SPECIAL ACCOMODATIONS school students with autism and related disorders. To request special accommodations or for ___ Non-Kidz Therapy Providers – additional information contact: One day $90 __ Two days $170__ Three days $245__ Dr. Caltabiano became motivated to work with No purchase orders accepted children on the autism spectrum back in the late Dr. Margaret Laska PAYMENT METHOD Amount $______1990’s when he worked at a specialized school [email protected] 516-747-9030 x134 and residential program for children with such □ Check enclosed payable to: Kidz Conference Services needs and conditions. Refund Policy: A handling fee of $25 will be deducted for all cancellations. Refund requests must □ Credit Card - Visa ____ MasterCard ____ Dr. Lenny Caltabiano, Director of Autism and be received by mail/e-mail at least 14 days prior to the Behavior Services, Kidz Therapy Services conference date. No refunds will be issued after ______Disclosure: June 10, 2012 for the June series or July 30, 2012 _ Dr. Caltabiano has no relevant financial or for the August series. 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