Coaching Individuals with Asperger Syndrome and Related Disorders - Continuing Education - Applied Psychology - Antioch University New England

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

“I found Ellen to be extremely knowledgeable in her field and very interesting to listen to. I really enjoyed her teaching.”

“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

April 9 – 10, 2008 in Waltham, Massachusetts

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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

Day 1
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
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
2:30–3:30		Creation of your introductory packet and beginning interview Practice Interviews
Day 2
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
2:15–3:00		Materials and Resources

Continuing Education

Educators

Certificates of attendance will be issued to participants.

National Board Certified Counselors

The Department of Applied Psychology of Antioch University New England is recognized by the National Board of Certified Counselors to offer continuing education for National Certified Counselors. The workshop Coaching Individuals with Asperger Syndrome, has been approved for 10.5 clock hours. Antioch New England maintains responsibility for the program. We adhere to NBCC Continuing Education Guidelines. (Provider #4338)

Psychologists

Coaching Individuals with Asperger Syndrome is co-sponsored by the Departments of Clinical Psychology and Applied Psychology of Antioch University New England. The Department of Clinical Psychology of Antioch New England is approved by the American Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. The workshop Coaching Individuals with Asperger Syndrome has been approved for 10.5 contact hours. Each day of programming must be attended in its entirety in order for participants to receive credit. The Department of Clinical Psychology maintains responsibility for the program. The presenter and Antioch University New England agree to abide by the code of ethics of the American Psychological Association.

Marriage and Family Therapists

The workshop Coaching Individuals with Asperger Syndrome has been approved for 10.5 contact hours by the New Hampshire Association of Marriage and Family Therapy. Antioch New England is recognized by the New Hampshire Association of Marriage and Family Therapy to offer continuing education. We adhere to NHAMFT continuing education guidelines.

Social Workers

This workshop has been approved for 10.5 Continuing Education hours for relicensure, in accordance with 258 CMR. Collaborative of NASW and the Boston College and Simmons College Schools of Social Work Authorization Number D39262-1.

Speech Pathologists

These activities may be used to meet the ASHA certification maintenance requirement if you determine that (1) the content is relevant to your area of practice and your practice setting and (2) you are in your 3-year maintenance interval. You do not need prior approval from ASHA to use this activity. The workshop Coaching Individuals with Asperger Syndrome is offered for 10.5 Certification Maintenance Hours (CMH) and you will be provided with the appropriate documentation of attendance. For more information on acceptable activities and your record keeping responsibilities, contact ASHA at 800.498.2071.

Certificates of Attendance

Certificates of Attendance will be issued to all participants.

Registration Information

Registration fees include all materials, a certificate of attendance/continuing education, continental breakfast, and lunch. 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 fourteen days prior to a scheduled event. Early registration is highly recommended.

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Professional fee: $389
Discount rate per person for family members of an individual on the Autism Spectrum:$359

Location: Espousal Center, 554 Lexington Street, Waltham, MA

Housing: Overnight accommodations are available at the Espousal Center. $40/night. Call 781.209.3101 for reservations.

For additional information and registration materials, please contact:
Shelley Viles
Director of Continuing Education
603.283.2145