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Coaching Individuals with Asperger Syndrome and Related Disorders
A two-day workshop for parents and professionals working with individuals on the spectrum, from ages eight through adult
“Ellen offered a wealth of information and insights into people on the autism spectrum.”
“As Ellen and I worked together, and we came up with strategies that actually worked, I felt I could regain control and maybe accomplish some of my goals.”
Presented by Ellen H. Korin, MEd
Sponsored by the Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders Training
- December 3 - 4, 2008; April 2 – 3, 2009
Children and adults with Asperger Syndrome, High Functioning Autism, Non-verbal Learning Disabilities, and related disorders frequently struggle to attain the quality of life of their neurotypical peers. Despite their strong, often superior cognitive abilities, many are unable to acquire meaningful employment, develop relationships, or to live independently. Deficits associated with the Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) profile such as Theory of Mind, lack of flexibility, lack of awareness of the world around them, weak communication, social, “presentation of self,” and executive functioning skills are among the contributing factors.
Coaching has emerged as an effective model for helping this population develop the skills needed for more successful functioning and in acquiring skills and abilities that are intuitive within the neurotypical population. This course is an opportunity for educators, counselors, social workers, psychologists, and life coaches, as well as parents to acquire a new approach to working with children and adults on the autism spectrum.
This model, developed by the presenter specifically for the Asperger Syndrome population, has proven to be effective with people from age eight through adult and is useful for other populations as well as for the Asperger Syndrome community. Coaching is an increasingly popular choice because it is collaborative, practical, and effective. There is critical need for knowledgeable coaches who can work with individuals with Asperger’s on life skills, employment, and executive and organizational skills. This workshop will enable you to expand your practice to include this burgeoning population.
Workshop Objectives
Participants will learn:
- The basic elements of coaching and the ways in which coaching differs from other forms of treatment
- The characteristics of the successful coach; the successful client
- Techniques for assessing needs, setting priorities, and targeting potentially problematic behaviors
- Specific strategies and interventions for use with common deficits within the ASD population
- Procedures for establishing a coaching practice
Schedule
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| 9:00–10:15 | The ASD Population: definitions and characteristics | |
| 10:30–12:00 | The Coaching Process Assessment and Self Evaluation The Coaching Model: procedures and practices |
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| 12:00–1:00 | Lunch | |
| 1:00–2:15 | Beginning the Process The first meeting: obtaining information, making agreements, setting goals, and engaging the client Demonstration Interview |
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| 2:30–3:30 | Creation of your introductory packet and beginning interview Practice Interviews |
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Day 2 |
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| 9:00–10:15 | Strategies and interventions | |
| 10:30–12:00 | Case Studies – Development of coaching plans including sequence and interventions | |
| 12:00–1:00 | Lunch | |
| 1:00–2:00 | Setting up a practice Ongoing Support and Supervision |
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| 2:15–3:00 | Materials and Resources | |
Continuing Education
Learn more about Continuing Education contact hours and credit.Registration Information
Registration fees include all materials, a certificate of attendance/continuing education and continental breakfast. Registration deadline is 14 days prior to each event. A late fee will be applied for registrations received following the deadline. Cancellations received in writing fourteen working days prior to the event will be refunded minus a 20 percent administrative fee. No refunds will be made for cancellations within 14 days prior to a scheduled event. Early registration is highly recommended.
Download the Registration Form.
Professional fee: $389
Family member: $359
Late registration fee, within 14 days of the event: $419
For additional information and registration materials, please contact:
Shelley Viles
Director of Continuing Education
603.283.2145
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