The Bureau of Autism Services is offering training opportunities for Behavioral Health Rehabilitation Services (BHRS) Behavior Specialist Consultants and Therapeutic Support Staff Workers serving children and adolescents living with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
The Functional Behavior Assessment and Treatment Plan Development,
presented by the Bureau of Autism Services Clinical Team,
is a two-day
training focused on assessment and replacement of challenging behaviors using
a Functional Behavior Assessment and the development of a treatment or behavior
support plan that can be used across settings. Attendees are expected to have
previously viewed the October 6, 2006 training DVD, “Introduction to
Autism Spectrum Disorders,” which was mailed to providers in the spring.
There is no fee for this training. Travel, luncheon, and hotel accommodations
are not provided. The training is approved for 15.5 Behavior Analyst Certification
Board credits. Participants are required to attend both days in order to receive
a certificate of completion and continuing education units (CEUs). The bureau
has applied to provide additional professional CEUs. Please visit their web
site for updates on CEU approvals.
The training will be offered at four locations statewide:
- Wilkes-Barre: November 7 and December 12
- Philadelphia: November 1 and December 18
- State College: November 14 and December 6
- North Huntingdon (Pittsburgh area): November 15 and December 5.
The registration form for these events is attached. For more information about training sites, registration, or the required DVD, please visit www.autisminpa.org or email DPW-AutismOffice@state.pa.us. Please include “FBA Training” in the subject line for any email correspondence.
