Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Seminar:
The Fundamentals of ABA for Children with Autism
An introductory level training class for Habilitation Therapists, family members and professionals
Presented by Ehren Werntz, BCBA
Contact:
Ehren Werntz, BCBA/LBAClinical Director, Behavioral Health Services
Ehren@AZAunited.org
602-773-5773
Where
Disability Empowerment Conference Center5025 E Washington St
Phoenix, AZ 85034
Driving Directions
The seminar is recommended for all parents and Habilitation Therapists helping children with autism. The class discusses the common features and needs of children on the autism spectrum and strategies for success to teach new skills and increase positive behaviors.
Saturday, July 25th, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm
What topics are covered?
This seminar includes an overview of common behaviors and motivational teaching techniques for children with autism. Terms and concepts that will be discussed include reinforcement, function of behavior, extinction, differential reinforcement, prompting, fading, and shaping behavior.
This class is an interactive presentation that includes group activities and video examples and useful handouts. This class is focused on the work of therapists with children affected by autism, but we encourage anyone else who is interested to attend, including parents, family members, paraprofessionals and therapists.
How much does this seminar cost?
The general admission fee for this seminar is $60. AZA United employees and current client families may register at a special rate of only $10 per person. Contact AZA United by phone or info@AZAunited.org to receive your employee/family discount code for registration.
Register early - space is limited! To register, please click on the link below.
Meet your presenter: Ehren Werntz, BCBA/LBA, Program Director
Ehren is a licensed and Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over 10 years experience working with children and families affected by autism. Ehren has degrees in special education and psychology as well as formal training in the assessment and analysis of severe and challenging behavior from the Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis. Ehren has been with Arizona Autism United since 2006 and is currently the Clinical Director for Behavioral Health Services.