May 8th

What’s the Problem?
Preventing Problem Behaviors in Children
with Developmental Challenges

Problem behaviors in children with developmental challenges, such as communication disorders, learning disabilities and autism, remain one of the most difficult areas for practitioners, administrators and parents. Problem behaviors related to communication difficulties, sensory challenges and the need to control events may interfere with learning and participation in activities, and hinder the development of relationships with peers and adults. Progress has been made over the past two decades with the introduction of positive and preventive approaches to problem behavior. However, practices following a behavior management approach remain constrained, as they have not yet infused a developmental and relationship-based perspective that focuses on enhancing children’s emotional regulatory abilities, and developing positive, trusting relationships with peers and adults. The most recent research in infant and child development and specific developmental disabilities such as autism, has documented the need to supplement behaviorally-oriented approaches by incorporating developmental, emotional regulatory and relationship-based dimensions.

In this seminar, a “Bio-Psycho-Social” perspective will be presented that considers the interaction of physiological issues, cognitive and social-environmental issues. Participants will learn about practical, respectful and innovative ways to assess, prevent, and support a child with problem behaviors, and to design learning environments and activities that support a child’s ability to stay
well-regulated emotionally, to maximize learning, social participation and relationships in daily activities and routines at school and home.

Early Bird discount ends April 9th, 2008

REGISTER ONLINE ( Early Bird - $139 (until February 8th | Regular Rate - $149 | Parent Rate - $99 (Not eligible for ASHA CEU's) | $129 p.p. Team Rate (4 or more) )

Register by Mail (PDF) - Click Here

Agenda

7:30 – 8:30am Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:30 – 10:00am Program
10:00 – 10:15am Beverage Break
10:15 – 11:30am Program
11:30 – 12:30pm Lunch on your own
12:30 – 1:45pm Program
1:45 – 2:00pm Break with light refreshments
2:00 – 3:00pm Program

Location

This 1-Day seminar will be held at the Crowne Plaza Boston-Nashua.

Accomodations

A small block of rooms will be held at Crowne Plaza Boston-Nashua, 2 Somerset Pkwy, Nashua, NH 03063. (603) 886-1200. A small block of rooms will be held for $149 single/double until April 8. Please mention Childhood Communication Seminars to receive the reduced rate.

Confirmation

You will receive a confirmation in the mail. If registering within one week of the seminar, you will receive an e-mail confirmation. If you do not receive such within a week of mailing your registration (2 weeks for mail in registrations), please contact Kelly Dickson, Phone 401-467-7008, Email kelly@ccseminars.com.

Cancellation Policy

If you have registered and cannot attend, you may send a substitute without penalty. A $50 cancellation fee will apply to all registrants who give written notice by 2 weeks prior to the seminar you are registered for. No refunds will be granted after that date. Purchase orders are considered the same as a check and the same policy will apply.

Continuing Education

SLPs: Childhood Communication Seminars, Inc. is approved by the Continuing Education Board of ASHA to offer continuing education activities in speech-language pathology and audiology. Day 1 is offered for .5 CEUs (Introductory level; Professional area); Days 2 & 3 are offered for 1.1 CEUs (Advanced level; Professional area). ASHA CE Provider approval does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products or clinical procedures.
OTs: Approved for OT recertification through NBCOT for 5 contact hours for Day 1; 11 contact hours for Days 2 & 3
MA Educators: Childhood Communication Seminars, Inc. is a registered provider for the state of Massachusetts. 5 PDPs will be awarded for attendance for Day 1; 11 PDPs will be awarded for Days 2 & 3.
RI Educators: Childhood Communication Seminars, Inc is a registered with the RI Dept of Ed as a Professional Development vendor.
Social Workers: Childhood Communication Seminars, Inc has applied to the RI State Board of Social Work Examiners for approval. Call 401-467-7008 for more information.
Psychologists: Childhood Communication Seminars is currently applying to become an approved sponsor for APA psychologists.
All Attendees: All attendees will receive a CEU certificate for the appropriate number of hours they have completed.