Innovative Living Solutions hopes to bring the two day basic Picture Exchange Communication System training to Quesnel on November 20th and 21st 2008.

This intense two-day training is designed to teach participants to appropriately implement the Picture Exchange Communication System. It begins with an overview of the Pyramid Approach to Education to explore the key components of designing effective educational environments. A historical overview of language training programs used with non-verbal individuals is discussed along with how to set the stage for an abundance of communication opportunities. Participants will learn how to implement the six Phases of PECS, including attributes, through presenter demonstrations, video examples and role-play opportunities. Participants will leave the workshop with a fundamental understanding of how to implement PECS with individuals with autism, related developmental disabilities, and/or limited communication skills.

What You'll Learn:

• The key Pyramid components to designing effective educational environments.
• Strategies to create an abundance of opportunities for communication.
• How to discuss in detail the Picture Exchange Communication System and its relationship to traditional training programs.
• How to implement all six Phases of PECS with target individuals using a behavior analytic orientation.
• The criteria for transitioning from PECS to other communication modalities.

Tuition includes:

• The Second Edition PECS Training Manual.
• Detailed Handouts with space for notetaking.
• Certificate of Attendance.
• Continental Breakfast and snacks both days.

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