Michigan Autism Conference (2015)
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1 BCBA CEU
Treatment Strategies for Selective Eaters
Amy Drayton4.84 out of 5(25)$20.00 Add to cartA wide range of feeding problems are common in children with autism spectrum disorders but perhaps the most common is eating a restricted variety of table foods. Specific behavioral strategies to introduce new foods and increase the amount of each new food are discussed in detail. Signs of oral-motor skills deficits that may block treatment progress are also reviewed. From the 2015 Michigan Autism Conference.
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1 BCBA CEU
Problem Behavior is Predictable and Preventable
Timothy Vollmer4.95 out of 5(20)$20.00 Add to cartObservers often perceive problem behaviors like self-injury or tantrums as unpredictable, but scientific evidence suggests otherwise. This presentation from the 2015 Michigan Autism Conference highlights five pieces of evidence demonstrating that problem behavior is often predictable and orderly, along with the proposal of a model for behavioral assessment and intervention based on these findings.
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1 Total BCBA CEU
1 Ethics CEUEvidence-Based Practice of Applied Behavior Analysis
Susan Wilczynski4.86 out of 5(14)$20.00 Add to cartApplied behavior analysis relies on integrating the best available evidence, professional judgment, and client values and context. The presentation from the 2015 Michigan Autism Conference emphasizes that evidence-based practice doesn’t mean randomly selecting treatments, but rather considering client and contextual variables in treatment selection. It discusses how behavior analytic literature underscores the importance of client and contextual factors, highlighting parental involvement in decision-making, and briefly highlights the importance of providing tailored ABA services to clients on the autism spectrum.
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1 BCBA CEU
Using Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports to Help Children with Autism be Successful in the Gen-Ed Setting
Steve Goodman4.33 out of 5(15)$20.00 Add to cartPBIS is an evidence-based approach focused on identifying, teaching, reinforcing, and correcting behavior expectations. It escalates support intensity based on the severity of problem behaviors, integrating functional assessment, behavior support plans, skill development, environmental adjustments, and more. This presentation from the 2015 Michigan Autism Conference outlines PBIS principles and demonstrates its application to enhance success for students with autism.
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1 BCBA CEU
Essential Competencies for Practitioners Working with Children Diagnosed with Autism
Mary Jane Weiss3.00 out of 5(2)$20.00 Add to cartAs ABA evolves, the set of skills deemed essential for practitioners is growing, informed by ongoing research and the creation of new clinical tools. This presentation from the 2015 Michigan Autism Conference highlights the critical competencies necessary for ABA practitioners, emphasizing the importance of adherence to best practice guidelines, commitment to evidence-based principles, and the ethical and humane application of interventions.
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1 BCBA CEU
What Constitutes a Behavioral Approach to Autism Treatment?
Mark Sundberg5.00 out of 5(2)$20.00 Add to cartThe principles of behavior analysis significantly benefit individuals with autism, but the proliferation of providers claiming to offer behaviorally based services following recent insurance legislation highlights a need for clearer standards. Schools also struggle with a lack of guidelines for implementing behavioral programs. This presentation from the 2015 Michigan Autism Conference aims to offer clearer definitions and criteria for what constitutes a genuine behavioral approach to autism treatment.