PROGRAM DETAILS
Due to the unique nature of Asperger's syndrome, an appropriate diagnosis is frequently not made until a child is an adolescent. By this time, well-intentioned diagnosticians have provided many different diagnostic labels such as ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Conduct Disorder, Learning Disabled, Auditory Processing and Emotionally Handicapped.
One study reported that of 32 children determined to have Asperger's syndrome, 92 percent were initially provided with other diagnoses or educational labels. An accurate diagnosis is highly impacted by the experience the diagnostician has with this population. Speech-Language Pathologists and other professionals benefit from knowing the diagnostic criteria and symptoms of the syndrome when searching for effective interventions.
This course is designed to educate participants about Asperger's Syndrome and provide practical skills for effective assessment and intervention. From Hans Asperger's first description of the syndrome to current views, participants will gain knowledge and insight into the strengths and weaknesses associated with this diagnosis.
Attendees will be able to identify and obtain skills-based techniques designed to address the social-interaction, social-communication and social-emotional concerns present in this population. Significant attention will be paid to diagnostic criteria and treatment intervention with numerous opportunities for hands-on skills development.
Extensive recommendations will be provided designed for specialists and classroom teachers to help these children succeed in the academic environment. Case studies and an appropriate amount of time for questions and answers will also be provided. Participants will take home useful tools and creative ideas to implement in their school or practice the very next day.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
* How to recognize and identify behavioral symptoms of Asperger's Syndrome
* Techniques used in pragmatic language assessment
* Frequent misdiagnoses and diagnostic progression
* The social and emotional issues associated with Asperger's Syndrome
* Specific techniques to improve successful outcomes
* Intervention methods to combat social inappropriateness
* Current research concerning Asperger's Syndrome
* The unique difficulties present in Asperger's Syndrome
* Intervention techniques for fine motor, gross motor and academic issues
* Discuss intervention techniques to combat social inappropriateness
* Review current research concerning Asperger's Syndrome
* Understand the unique difficulties present in Asperger's Syndrome
* Learn intervention techniques for fine motor, gross motor and academic issues
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Timothy P. Kowalski, M.A.,C.C.C.-SLP, is a licensed speech-language pathologist and nationally known expert on Asperger's Syndrome and high-functioning Autism. Currently, he is a consultant to private and public schools and provides diagnostic, therapeutic, and consultative services to children and adolescents with psychiatric and behavioral disorders in his office.
Mr. Kowalski has worked in a variety of settings, including home health, nursing homes, hospitals and schools. He obtained his Master's degree in Speech Communications from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio and earned his Bachelor's degree in Communications Disorders from Southern Connecticut State University in New Haven, Connecticut.
Mr. Kowalski is the author of The Source for Asperger's Syndrome, a practical resource for anyone working with this population. He is a member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, the Council for Exceptional Children and the Autism Society of America.
Mr. Kowalski is also the recipient of the "TEAMS 2000 Speech-Language Pathologist of the Year" award for his work with Autism in the four-countywide greater Orlando, Florida metropolitan area and has served on the Board of Directors for the Greater Orlando Chapter of the Autism Society of America. He is a noted speaker on Asperger's Syndrome, Autism, and behavioral disorders, presenting on these topics for district-wide school in-services and at professional seminars both nationally and internationally. Mr. Kowalski's experience makes him a skilled and knowledgeable instructor.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
"Great people skills. Capable of presenting relevant information in a very humorous way. I learned a lot and can apply it in my practice. I highly recommend him."
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
* Speech-Language Pathologists
* Speech-Language Pathology Assistants
* Occupational Therapists
* Occupational Therapy Assistants
* Physical Therapists
* Physical Therapy Assistants
* Special Education Teachers
* Teachers
* School Psychologists
* Administrators
* Social Workers
* Mental Health Counselors
* Pediatricians
* Psychiatrists
* Psychologists
* Parents
CREDITS:
Cross Country Education is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider #CEP 13345, for 7.2 contact hours.
Cross Country Education is an approved provider by the Florida Board of Nursing, provider #50-466. This course is offered for 7.2 contact hours.
Cross Country Education is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Cross Country Education maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This program offers 6 CE credits for psychologists. Full attendance is required to receive credit for psychologist, variable credit for partial attendance may not be awarded based on the APA guidelines.
Cross Country Education is approved by the Continuing Education Board of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) to provide continuing education activities in speech-language pathology and audiology. This program is offered for .6 CEUs (intermediate level; professional area). ASHA CE Provider approval does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures.
Cross Country Education is an NBCC Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP?) and may offer NBCC approved clock hours for events that meet NBCC requirements. (NBCC Provider #5904) The ACEP solely is responsible for all aspects of the program. Six (6) contact (clock) hours are being awarded for completion of this program.
Cross Country Education is an AOTA Approved Provider of continuing education. This course is offered for .6 AOTA CEUs. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA. AOTA Educational level Introductory, Category 1: Domain of OT.
Cross Country Education is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Tennessee Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Provider #044013109, this course is offered for 6.0 contact hours.
Cross Country Education is an approved provider with the Iowa Board Of Nursing, approved provider #328. This course is offered for 7.2 contact hours.
Cross Country Education provider #1005, is approved as a provider for social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Licensure Boards (ASWB), through the Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program (approved through 1-27-09).
Cross Country Education maintains responsibility for the program. Social workers will receive 6 continuing education clock hours for participating in this course. Licensed social workers should contact their individual state jurisdiction to review the current continuing education requirements for licensure renewal. Visit ASWB's website at www.aswb.org for more information.
This program has been approved by the National Association of Social Workers- Missouri Chapter for 6.0 social work contact hours per approval certificate #072607-0129 in Kansas City, MO and #072707-0130 in St. Louis, MO.
This program has been submitted to the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure & Supervision for preapproval of 6 contact hours.
This program has been approved by the Kansas Physical Therapy Association for 6 hours (Approval #074370SZ-114) for Physical Therapist and Physical Therapy Assistants.
Cross Country Education is a registered social worker continuing education sponsor approved through the State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation (license # 159-000976). This program is offered for six (6) contact hours of continuing education for social workers. Licensed social workers in other states should contact their individual state jurisdiction to review the current continuing education requirements for licensure renewal.
The Illinois Chapter Continuing Education Committee has approved this course according to the Criteria for Approval of Continuing Education offerings established by the Illinois Physical Therapy Association. This course is approved for 6 Credit Hours.
Cross Country Education is a registered marriage and family therapist continuing education sponsor approved through the State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation (license # 168-000172). This program is offered for six (6) contact hours of continuing education for marriage and family therapist. Licensed marriage and family therapist in other states should contact their individual state jurisdiction to review the current continuing education requirements for licensure renewal.
Cross Country Education is a registered counselor continuing education sponsor approved through the State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation (license # 197-000144). This program is offered for six (6) contact hours of continuing education for counselors. Licensed counselors in other states should contact their individual state jurisdiction to review the current continuing education requirements for licensure renewal.
This seminar qualifies for 6 continuing education hours as required by many national, state and local licensing boards and professional organizations. Save your course outline and certificate of completion, and contact your own board or organization for specific filing requirements.
SEMINAR TIME:
Seminar Check-In: 7:30 AM Seminar Class 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
