Education,Training and Upcoming Community Events

In addition to the services,education events and trainings offered directly by AACC,we are including notices of similar events offered by regional Autism groups to help spread the word and provide the community  with notice of these important events.  If you know of an event that we should include on this page,please drop us an email so we can include it!

Autism Training Series at
The Arc of Chester County

Autism from the Outside In
October 4,2011

Review of the characteristics of autism and defines what the world sees in terms of behaviors as a result of this complex disorder. Discussions will explore the realities of families living with autism,and increases the understanding of autism to help families cope with daily challenges.

Successful Daily Living-Strategies and Routines
for the Home and Community

November 1,2011

Review of autism and daily life for families of children with autism with a focus on structured routines and strategies which detail and demonstrate ways for more positive and successful daily living in both the home and community.

Behaviors and Assessment Strategies for Children
with Autism
December 6,2011

Explores how we can interpret and understand the causes of behaviors,the effects of reinforcement,and how to plan a response in order to change a child’s challenging behaviors into successful outcomes.

Location:The Arc of Chester County
900 Lawrence Drive,West Chester
Time:10:00-12:00 noon or 7:00-9:00 pm each training
Cost:Professionals — $50.00 Act 48 Credits Available
Families — FREE
Contact:Bobbie 610-696-8090,Ext. 200
(one week prior to training date)

Please note the following dates for the 2012 training series:
March 6,April 10 and May 8.
There will be two locations:West Chester &Kennett Square

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