We appreciate your interest in the Delaware Network for Autism Excellence (DNEA). Please check back as we update our training schedule each month.
Events in April 2023
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INTRODUCTION TO AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER
INTRODUCTION TO AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER
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April 5, 2023The Delaware Network for Excellence in Autism (DNEA), housed at UD’s Center for Disabilities Studies, offers training and technical assistance that benefits individuals with autism, their families, and the professionals who serve them. We are pleased to announce our statewide virtual training schedule designed to introduce participants to the core characteristics of autism and practices that provide support in a variety of settings.
Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder will provide a basic overview of autism. This training will include content about disability-friendly language, the history of autism, core characteristics of autism, and general tips and considerations when supporting people with autism.
Participants will be emailed log-in information and training details approximately 48 hours before the training date. Please check the email you used to register and/or your JUNK mail if you do not find the confirmation in your inbox. Participants will be emailed a certificate of attendance approximately two weeks post training.
Seating is reserved for Delaware residents and Delaware professionals. The DNEA reserves the right to cancel training if the minimum threshold for attendance is not reached.
Please email Nicole Garrity at garrityn@udel.edu for any accommodation requests. Please submit any accommodation requests at least 72 hours in advance in order to ensure accommodations can be coordinated and provided.
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Understanding Autism and Strategies for Child Care Providers
Understanding Autism and Strategies for Child Care Providers
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April 19, 2023The Delaware Network for Excellence in Autism (DNEA), housed at UD’s Center for Disabilities Studies, offers training and technical assistance that benefits individuals with autism, their families, and the professionals who serve them. We are pleased to announce our statewide virtual training schedule designed to introduce participants to the core characteristics of autism and practices that provide support in a variety of settings.
This training was developed by the Delaware Network for Excellence in Autism for early childhood care providers. The training is designed to develop an understanding of autism spectrum disorder and how it impacts children differently. In addition, the training provides strategies to support young children with autism in a childcare setting.
Please note: There are two ways to attend the Understanding Autism and Strategies for Child Care Providers; please select one option:
1) Register through DIEEC to obtain Continuing Education Credits
If you would like to receive STARS continuing education credits through DIEEC, please go to the DIEEC training calendar and search “Understanding Autism and Strategies for Child Care Providers”
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2) Register through Eventbrite to obtain a DNEA certificate of attendance.
If you do not have an account with DIEEC or do not wish to receive continuing education credits, you may register through our Eventbrite page.
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INTRODUCTION TO EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICES FOR SUPPORTING PEOPLE WITH AUTISM - CANCELLED
INTRODUCTION TO EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICES FOR SUPPORTING PEOPLE WITH AUTISM - CANCELLED
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April 20, 2023Due to unforeseen circumstances, this training is canceled. Please find a video recording version of this training on the DNEA website and check out other training opportunities on the DNEA calendar.
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Supporting Family-Led Developmental Monitoring. Learn the Signs. Act Early: Provider Training
Supporting Family-Led Developmental Monitoring. Learn the Signs. Act Early: Provider Training
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April 21, 2023New legislation (HB202) will require that all childcare centers engage in developmental screening using the Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ). The LTSAE training, Supporting Family-Led Developmental Monitoring, will help prepare you for this important change that is coming to Delaware.
This training will:
- introduce participants to the importance of developmental monitoring;
- provide an overview of the state’s developmental screener – the Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ);
- explain the state’s process for referring children to early intervention services; and
- describe the types of early intervention services available to different ages of children.
Please note: There are two ways to attend the Learn the Signs. Act Early. provider training, Supporting Family-Led Developmental Monitoring: DIEEC/STARS Continuing Education Credits or Eventbrite. Please navigate to the “Registration” link below for more information.
Registration: https://www.cds.udel.edu/ltsae/register/
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Supporting Family-Led Developmental Monitoring. Learn the Signs. Act Early: Provider Training
Supporting Family-Led Developmental Monitoring. Learn the Signs. Act Early: Provider Training
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April 24, 2023New legislation (HB202) will require that all childcare centers engage in developmental screening using the Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ). The LTSAE training, Supporting Family-Led Developmental Monitoring, will help prepare you for this important change that is coming to Delaware.
This training will:
- introduce participants to the importance of developmental monitoring;
- provide an overview of the state’s developmental screener – the Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ);
- explain the state’s process for referring children to early intervention services; and
- describe the types of early intervention services available to different ages of children.
Please note: There are two ways to attend the Learn the Signs. Act Early. provider training, Supporting Family-Led Developmental Monitoring: DIEEC/STARS Continuing Education Credits or Eventbrite. Please navigate to the “Registration” link below for more information.
Registration: https://www.cds.udel.edu/ltsae/register/
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Supported Decision-Making: From Justice for Jenny to Justice for All
Supported Decision-Making: From Justice for Jenny to Justice for All
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April 25, 2023Supported Decision-Making (SDM) is an alternative to guardianship that allows people with disabilities to get the help they may need to make choices about their life. Join Dr. Jonathan Martinis for a three-part Supported Decision-Making Speaking Series. Attendees are welcome to join for one or multiple sessions.
If you require accommodations, please contact Ashley Steinbrecher at the Center for Disabilities Studies by email (ashstein@udel.edu) or phone (302-831-4793)
Session 1: Supported Decision-Making: From Justice for Jenny to Justice for All
• An introduction to the theory and practice of Supported Decision-Making (SDM)
• Tuesday April 25th from 12:00-1:00pm