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Autism Conferences of America, LLC

Welcome to Autism Conferences of America, LLC. We invite you to attend one of our upcoming conferences.

7th Annual "Back to School" Autism/Asperger's Conference
August 10-11, 2012 • Pasadena Convention Center, Pasadena, CA   

The Most Comprehensive Autism/Asperger's Conference Series in Southern California!

Unlocking the Abilities of Children with Autism and Asperger'sUsing a Unique, Three – Pronged Approach

Dianne Craft, MA, CNHP– Friday Keynote

Dianne Craft holds a Masters Degree in Special Education and is a Certified Natural Health Professional. In this dual role as educator and nutritionist, Dianne has had many unique experiences working with children on the Autism spectrum. In addition to consulting with Colorado schools, she has been president of the Denver consulting firm, Child Diagnostics, Inc. for the past 14 years, and has presented her educational and nutritional approaches nationally. She has authored the Brain Integration Therapy Manual and the Right Brain Reading Program and has developed a step by step nutritional program for children called The Biology of Behavior. 

 

Strategies to Increase Motivation, Social Skills and Peer Acceptance

Jed Baker, PhD – Saturday Keynote

Jed Baker, PhD, is the director of the Social Skills Training Project, a private organization serving individuals with autism and social communication problems. He also directs social skills training for Millburn Public Schools in New Jersey. His work has also been featured on ABC World News, Nightline, the CBS Early Show, and the Discovery Health Channel. He is an award winning author of five books, including Social Skills Training for Children and Adolescents with Aspergers Syndrome and Social Communication Problems; Preparing for Life: The Complete Handbook for the Transition to Adulthood for Those with Autism and Aspergers Syndrome; The Social Skills Picture Book; The Social Skills Picture Book for High School and Beyond; and No More Meltdowns: Positive Strategies for Managing and Preventing Out-of-Control Behavior.

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We are a California Regional Center Vendor. Our vendor number for this conference is PD2716

Arizona "Back to School" Autism/Asperger's Conference
September 13-14, 2012 • Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix, Arizona 

You're Going to Love This Kid!: Educating Students with Autism In Inclusive Schools

Paula Kluth, PhD, Keynote

In this interactive session, participants will learn practical ways of supporting students with autism spectrum labels and other disabilities within a general education classroom. Topics addressed include defining (and redefining) autism, listening to the voices of those onthe spectrum, differentiating instruction, creating more active and responsive lessons, making the classroom comfortable, and providing opportunities for communication and social skill support.

Experts and practitioners in the field of Autism/Asperger's are invited to submit abstracts for possible presentation. This is a general conference and topics include, but are not limited to the following subjects: 

Please review our abstract submission criteria located on our FAQ page or by contacting us at info@autismconferencesofamerica.com. Abstracts Due: May 14, 2012

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