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Is your learner ready to transition to a Speech Generating Device? Do you need help selecting a device and/or preparing your learner for the transition? This training will help get your questions answered! With the current influx of communication devices and apps to the market how do we ensure that basic functional communication skills are maintained and taught right from the beginning? Speech Generating Devices (SGDs) were first introduced for people with motor difficulties like cerebral palsy and now these devices are being introduced to our learners with autism and other related communication difficulties. for these populations, language and cognition are often compromised and basic social and communication skills have not always been mastered prior to the introduction of a device. Because of this, the way we teach the use of SGDs needs to be specifically tailored to fit the needs of each individual paying attention to devices capabilities vs. user capabilities. This full-day workshop will describe procedures for analysing a learner's current PECS skills to determine candidacy for transitioning to a Speech Generating Device (SGD), choosing a device, and teaching functional use of the device, and why we must teach the basic principles of communication to our learner first to ensure positive outcomes are achieved. *Participants should bring a Speech Generating Device (SGD) to the training for use during a variety of activities. WATCH VIDEO TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE Review of the PECS Protocol The unique challenges of learners with complex communication needs Procedures for analysing current PECS skills Determining candidacy for transitioning from PECS to a Speech Generating Device The 5 criteria for appropriate device selection Preparing the learner for the transition Using elements of the PECS protocol to teach functional SGD use Problem solving SGD use Tuition Includes: Detailed Handout with space for note taking, Delegate Practise Bag and Certificate of Attendance. CEUs: 5.5 BACB CEUs; Satisfactory completion of this course requires participants to be present for the duration of the course and to participate in all student responding activities (e.g. questions, role play, quizzes, and surveys). Pyramid Educational Consultants is an approved BACB ACE Provider for Learning (Type 2) Continuing Education Credits. The BACB does not warrant, endorse, sponsor, approve, or partner with the event, organisation, or instructor.

HOW MANY TIMES A DAY DOES YOUR STUDENT COMMUNICATE USING PECS? 5 EXCHANGES, MAYBE EVEN 10 OR 15… DID YOU KNOW THAT THE RECOMMENDED NUMBER OF PECS EXCHANGES PER STUDENT IS OVER 40 EACH SCHOOL DAY? If you’re not sure how to increase your students’ opportunities to communicate or simply want some fresh ideas for PECS in your classroom, then this dynamic workshop is for you! During this workshop you will learn how to embed and increase communication opportunities across the entire school day, from planning your lesson right through to some of the practicalities of successful implementation in the lesson itself. You will learn about increasing PECS use in familiar routines and activities outside of lessons, making the most of the entire school day. Using the Pyramid Approach to Education, you will consider the application of functional activities and reinforcement to support functional communication for all phases of PECS. Opportunities to complete lesson plans for PECS in different curriculum subjects will be built into the day, and you will get to see examples of successful communication opportunities in real classrooms from around the world. Please note that prior attendance at a PECS Level 1 workshop is mandatory as this workshop does not cover the teaching of PECS phases or how to implement PECS. Really enjoyed the workshop and will be looking into expanding my level of knowledge in the near future.PIC Online attendee - UK WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Creating lessons with functional goals Planning opportunities for communication Identify strategies to motivate students to participate in activities Many ideas for how to use PECS within your lessons WHO SHOULD ATTEND? For all professionals working with primary and secondary students Delegates must have previously completed the PECS Level 1 workshop WORKSHOP DETAILS Agenda: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Registration Time: 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Tuition Includes: detailed handout with space for note taking, certificate of attendance.

Help! I can't Wait to ask for a Break...and more! This workshop is a must for parents, caregivers and professionals working and/or living with people who have complex communication needs. You will learn how to teach critical communication skills that lead to greater independence in the home, work, school and community settings. We review nine specific skills: requesting reinforcers, requesting help, requesting a break, indicating yes and no, waiting, following directions, schedule-following and transitioning. Through lecture, demonstrations, video and participatory activities, you will acquire specific teaching strategies that are relevant for anyone who has limited communication skills, regardless of their communicative modality (e.g., Picture Exchange Communication System [PECS], signing, device use, speech). WHAT YOU WILL LEARN Define functional communication Identify and evaluate nine critical communication skills Design effective teaching strategies to promote these skills independent of modality Incorporate effective visual strategies for all communicators Incorporate critical communication skills into functional activities and routines WORKSHOP DETAILS Agenda: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Registration Time: 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Tuition Includes: Detailed handout with space for note taking, delegate practise/resources pack - value £15 Certificate of Attendance CEUs: 6.0 BACB CEUs; Satisfactory completion of this course requires participants to be present for the duration of the course and to participate in all student responding activities (e.g. questions, role play, quizzes, and surveys). Pyramid Educational Consultants is an approved BACB ACE Provider for Learning (Type 2) Continuing Education Credits. The BACB does not warrant, endorse, sponsor, approve, or partner with the event, organisation, or instructor.

Do your learners use behaviours which prevent them from accessing the community, or disrupt their learning? Are you struggling to understand why these behaviours are happening? Perhaps your behaviour intervention plans are not reducing the behaviours which they target? If one of these applies to you, or you would like to know more about the reasons challenging behaviour occurs and how to reduce it, our newly revised Challenging Behaviours, how to prevent, reduce and replace workshop will be of use. This highly interactive training offers strategies for navigating behaviour challenges with learners of all ages, in any environment. Using case studies and examples from your setting we begin the workshop highlighting the key concepts of applied behaviour analysis, helping you to understand why challenging behaviours occur. We discuss the importance of designing supportive learning environments based upon the Pyramid Approach to Education framework. The next step in the workshop is to define behaviours which require intervention and establish the function of these behaviours. These skills are put into practice using our own case studies and furthermore applying this to your own learners. The second half of the workshop addresses strategies which can be used proactively and reactively to decrease the challenging behaviours which you see in your setting. As we investigate each strategy to replace or reduce a behaviour you will have the opportunity to assess if that strategy will be suitable for your learner and identify the next steps to take when you return to your setting. The workshop concludes by demonstrating how you and your team can evaluate and monitor the effectiveness of your behaviour plans as you put your new strategies into practise. Presenters were secure in subject knowledge. Specific cases given by delegates were responded to and focused advice provided. The course is full of relevant information and loaded with heavy content. I would recommend this course.Online attendee - UK LEARNER OBJECTIVES Review the basic ABA principles Identify the elements to creating effective learning environments: The Pyramid Approach to Education® Identify behaviours requiring intervention Identify the functional control of the behaviour Develop a behaviour plan Identify how to assess the effectiveness of an intervention WORKSHOP DETAILS Agenda: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Registration Time: 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM Tuition Includes: Detailed Handout with space for note taking, Activity Packet and Certificate of Attendance

Learn how to get more done and become a master of time management Do you want to be a good communicator? Become a master of time management Learn the latest time organization techniques, how to plan your calendar, manage your team and delegate tasks. Learn from the best The course is taught by a time management expert that will reveal effective methods and techniques based on his years of experience. Test your knowledge In the course, you will find tests and practical tasks to consolidate your knowledge and skills. Do you try to manage your time, but still struggle to get anything done? If yes, then it’s time to take matters into your own hands and learn how to manage your time. Being able to manage your time wisely is crucial for anyone who wants to keep their life under control, no matter whether you run your own business or work for a company. We carefully designed this course in time management to answer all your needs. During the course, you will learn not only the most important theoretical issues of time planning methods, but above all, you will gain new practical skills on how to plan, organize your work time, rest time, and manage your calendar. We have prepared for you a series of repetition materials, practical tasks, tests, and necessary tools needed for skillful planning and increasing efficiency. If you are interested in increasing personal effectiveness, managing yourself and others, you are in the right place. We’ll introduce you to the best time management techniques and teach you planning and organizational skills for your career and life. Note: the training is designed for those with previous experience in time management, but also for those with no experience in the field. On the top of everything, at the end of the course, you will receive a certificate, which you can proudly display in your office or room, as well as boast about your experience in your CV. Join the communication course and get the benefits: Learning from a professional instructor24/7 access from any devicePractical exercisesTests, quizzes and recapsCertificate of completionExtra materials and downloadable bonuses100% satisfaction guarantee Your Singing Instructor: Robert Sotelo Time Management Expert The time management course will be delivered by a time management expert, the best one in the field, with many years of experience. The trainer will share all the knowledge and experience with you and will teach you the most important theoretical issues of time planning methods. They will also teach you how to plan and organize your work time and your free time. At the end of the course, you’ll be a master of effectively managing your time; you’ll be the one who controls time. You’ll learn how to manage your schedule and how to arrange your weekly, monthly and yearly calendar. Your expert trainer will assist you and guide you through several knowledge repetitions, practical tasks and tests to make sure you remember all the important information and to consolidate your knowledge even better. Overview of the course: I. Video presentations Effective time managementOutline the most important aspects of controlling your time and calendar. Theoretical introduction and beyond. Personal effectiveness, managing yourself and others over timeSome tips on how to get the most efficiency. Tips related to human resource management. Time organization apps – essential toolsA presentation of the best apps to keep your calendar well organized. Time management methodsDiscuss the most important methods of managing time, your own and others. Use of specific techniques in theory and practice. Organizing your own workWork organizational systems in a professional context. How to handle pair duties well? II. Training videos Tools to support effective time managementA set of tools, apps and traditional forms of time organization. Guide how to use them properly. Making a task list and setting prioritiesExercises to consolidate the acquired theoretical knowledge. The 4-step method and its application in practiceDiscuss the 4-step method and the tasks involved in using it. Goal setting and implementationHow to set your goals and, with the help of a calendar, make them happen? Practical tasks and exercises to help manage time and combine it with goal setting Expert CalendarHow to arrange your calendar wisely? Expectations vs. reality. The most common time planning mistakes. III. Tests Tests and repetitions of acquired knowledgeAt the end of each section, you will receive a summary and a short test to make sure you remember all the important information. Final testAt the end of the course, you will have a final test, after which you will get your certificate. IV. Tasks Tasks and practical exercisesPractical tasks will allow you to consolidate your knowledge even better, e.g. adjusting time management techniques depending on the situation or developing a plan and calendar based on a case study. V. Bonus materials for the course Additional materials for daily work You will receive a collection of time management applications, a set of techniques for increasing efficiency or an example of time management training games, and more. A letter from your expert instructor: Are you overwhelmed by the amount of responsibilities? Are you still short on time? Do you feel time is slipping through your fingers? Are you constantly on the run? Do you have a lot of time, but you don’t know how to use it? Would you like to use every moment of the day effectively?Good news for you: We offer you an effective solution to all your time management problems. We are pleased to invite you to our time management course, carefully designed to teach you how to manage your time. You will gain new practical skills on how to plan and organize your work time, get more free time and manage your calendar.Through the course, you will go through tests and repetitions to make sure you remember all the important information. You will also complete tasks and practical exercises that will allow you to better consolidate your gained knowledge.After successfully completing the course, you will receive a certificate that will serve as a proof of your newly developed skills.Learn how to manage and control your time and become a master of time management!Join us today!Faustine ParsonsCommunication expert

Learn how different media works and interacts with the others.  Explore different mixed media methods such as layering and mark making using pastels, paint, print and collage.

Spring Watercolour workshop, intermediate with Frances Douglas at art4you Scotland. Expand your skill how to uses this versatile medium.

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