Autism Center for Education

Don’t forget to join us for the Parent Huddle tomorrow at noon! See you there!!

Please join us for our next Parent Huddle on visual supports and how they can be used to prepare for change, school, and accessing the community. Register Today: https://vcuautismcenter.org/te/webcasts/details.cfm?webcastID=1691
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The Autism Center for Education (ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center () and the VCU School of Education ().

Last call...registration closes tonight at midnight!

Looking for autism basics for early learners? Register today for Just the Basics: Educating Young Children with ASD in Early Care and Education online course: https://vcuautismcenter.org/earlychildhood/trainings/basics/

Course Dates: September 9, 2024 to April 30, 2025
Course Description: This course is designed for professionals in early care and education who want to expand their knowledge of best practices for young children with ASD. The course provides foundational information about ASD and hands-on opportunities to assess classroom practices and implement a variety of evidence-based practices within three main areas: environment, instruction, and interactions.

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The Autism Center for Education (ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center () and the VCU School of Education ().

Looking for autism basics for early learners? Register today for Just the Basics: Educating Young Children with ASD in Early Care and Education online course: https://vcuautismcenter.org/earlychildhood/trainings/basics/

Course Dates: September 9, 2024 to April 30, 2025
Course Description: This course is designed for professionals in early care and education who want to expand their knowledge of best practices for young children with ASD. The course provides foundational information about ASD and hands-on opportunities to assess classroom practices and implement a variety of evidence-based practices within three main areas: environment, instruction, and interactions.

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The Autism Center for Education (ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center () and the VCU School of Education ().

Please join us for our next Parent Huddle on visual supports and how they can be used to prepare for change, school, and accessing the community. Register Today: https://vcuautismcenter.org/te/webcasts/details.cfm?webcastID=1691
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The Autism Center for Education (ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center () and the VCU School of Education ().

Check out the NEW Curriculum Framework Self-paced Course!

Learn how six vital elements work together to support teaching and, ultimately, children's learning. This self-paced interactive content includes practical resources, videos, and interviews from early childhood teachers in Virginia.

Register Here: https://vcuautismcenter.org/earlychildhood/trainings/curriculum_framework/login/
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The Autism Center for Education (ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center () and the VCU School of Education ().

Do you support students transitioning to employment? Check out this online course from VCU RRTC on Supported Employment. Registration closes on August 12th.

https://vcurrtc.org/training/webcourses/se.cfm

💻 VCU-RRTC: ACRE Approved Supported Employment Online Course

Dates: August 19 - November 11, 2024

This 40-hour training is presented in six modules. Course content is delivered through an online course format with recorded audio and video presentations, required reading, practical activities, and online discussions.

⏰The registration cut-off date for this course is August 12, 2024.

Register here: https://vcurrtc.org/training/webcourses/se.cfm

The next Positive Behavior Supports Course is October 7 - November 18, 2024.

Register Today: https://vcuautismcenter.org/te/courses/functional_behavior.cfm

Participants will learn how to conduct a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) as well as develop and implement a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP). This positive approach focuses on ensuring student dignity and enhancing quality of life through the development of new skills and reduction of problem behaviors.

The online course format delivers course content through recorded presentations, case study examples, and supplemental learning activities. Additionally, online group discussions are facilitated by an ASD professional.

Completion outcomes include a Certificate of Completion and 30 contact hours.
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The Autism Center for Education (ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center () and the VCU School of Education ().

Register today! https://vcuautismcenter.org/.../effectiveInstruction.cfm

The next Evidence-Based Practices to Teach Students with ASD course begins Monday, September 9th, and runs through October 14th.

This course provides educators with knowledge and skills to instruct students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in the educational setting including an overview of the importance of good instruction, appropriate skill selection, and evidence-based practices, including antecedent-based interventions, visual supports, systematic instruction, and interventions to promote social and communications skills.

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The Autism Center for Education (ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center () and the VCU School of Education ().

Bus drivers and transportation staff work directly with students with autism and are critical liaisons between home and school.

"Safety for All: Autism Training for Transportation Staff" covers the characteristics of autism and gives strategies for working with these students, with examples specific to bus drivers and transportation staff. For more information or to register for the training series, visit: https://vcuautismcenter.org/te/transportation.cfm

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The Autism Center for Education (ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center () and the VCU School of Education ().

Calling all parents...Join ACE speech-language pathologist to learn about strategies and resources to improve communication this summer!

When: July 22, 12:00-12:45
Where: Virtual - Zoom Meeting
Topic: Communication strategies and resources for elementary to high school-aged students
Register Here: https://vcuautismcenter.org/registration/parents/
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The VCU Autism Center for Education (VCU-ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (VCU-RRTC).

The VCU Supported Employment Online Course is designed to provide knowledge and skill development in competitive integrated employment to include supported and customized employment.

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The Autism Center for Education (ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center () and the VCU School of Education ().

💻 VCU-RRTC: ACRE Approved Supported Employment Online Course

Dates: August 19 - November 11, 2024

This 40-hour training is presented in six modules. Course content is delivered through an online course format with recorded audio and video presentations, required reading, practical activities, and online discussions.

⏰The registration cut-off date for this course is August 12, 2024.

Register here: https://vcurrtc.org/training/webcourses/se.cfm

Check out what's happening at VCU-RRTC, including stories on Project SEARCH and the Communities of Leaders in Autism (CoLA) Summer Institute!

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The Autism Center for Education (ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center () and the VCU School of Education ().

Congratulations to our Project SEARCH graduates from Ft. Eustis: David Freeman, Tionna Brooks, January Byrd, James Fox, Hannah Wymer, Brandon White, Thomas Moody, Lionel Washington, and Mason Simmons.

They join the program’s 269 alumni, 93% of whom have gone on to obtain employment.

Project SEARCH is a nine-month training program designed for students with disabilities aiming for competitive employment. Hosted entirely within businesses, it concentrates on honing employability skills. Interns in the program engage in three distinct internships, receiving training and delving into their career interests. Since 2008, VCU-RRTC has partnered with Project SEARCH, presently collaborating with five host businesses in the greater Richmond area.

The VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (VCU RRTC) is part of the VCU School of Education.

💡$2000 scholarship for SEDP 630-Trends in Special Education course. This is the VDOE approved pre-requisite provisional special education licensure course at the VCU School of Education.

Two options to complete the course and start your special education career journey this summer or fall 2024: 1) Apply for the Certificate or M.Ed. in Special Education or, 2) apply and register as a non-degree student. Connect with us to learn more today!

2 more days to get those applications in!

Virginia Commonwealth University's Rehabilitation Research and Training Center - Autism Center for Education (VCU-RRTC-ACE) is pleased to announce the Autism Leadership Intensive (ALI).

For more information and a link to the application, see Autism Leadership Intensive Overview:https://vcuautismcenter.org/documents/Autism_Leadership_Intensive_Overview_5-10-2024.pdf

Virginia Commonwealth University's Rehabilitation Research and Training Center - Autism Center for Education (VCU-RRTC-ACE) is pleased to announce the Autism Leadership Intensive (ALI).

For more information and a link to the application, see Autism Leadership Intensive Overview:https://vcuautismcenter.org/documents/Autism_Leadership_Intensive_Overview_5-10-2024.pdf

We are excited to announce that registration for VCU-ACE's Summer Communication Workshops is now live!

Attendance for each workshop is capped at 30 participants. Please pass this information on to your school division partners and anyone you think may be interested - we'd love to have teams from school divisions attend this fun day of training together!

*Check out the flyer for more information:https://vcuautismcenter.org/documents/2024_VCU_ACE_Summer_Communication_Workshops_.pdf

*Register Here: https://vcuautismcenter.org/registration/live/summer2024/

Congratulations to our Project SEARCH graduates from St. Francis Medical Center: Meccaylah Roane, Ronnie Gaylor, Katie Kelso, James Mukuria, Marcus Bennett, and J.P. Mines.

They join the program’s 269 alumni, 93% of whom have gone on to obtain employment.

Project SEARCH is a nine-month training program designed for students with disabilities aiming for competitive employment. Hosted entirely within businesses, it concentrates on honing employability skills. Interns in the program engage in three distinct internships, receiving training and delving into their career interests. Since 2008, VCU-RRTC has partnered with Project SEARCH, presently collaborating with five host businesses in the greater Richmond area.

The VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (VCU RRTC) is part of the VCU School of Education.

We wrapped up Autism Acceptance Month this week, but ACE celebrates neurodiversity every day! We would like to leave you with this inspirational quote from Dr. Temple Grandin, "The world needs different kinds of minds to work together."

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The Autism Center for Education (ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center () and the VCU School of Education ().

Don't forget to take a few minutes to let us know your needs!

VCU-RRTC Autism Center for Education (ACE) is conducting a brief Statewide Needs Assessment of people who live or work in Virginia AND educate or support autistic individuals. Respond here: https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=47A8EYMRT7WD9PAN

The purpose of the survey is to learn more about your learning and informational needs, such as specific topics you are interested in and the ways you prefer to get information about autism. The information gathered will help us design training and technical assistance for Virginians who educate and support autistic individuals.

We would appreciate your participation!

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The Autism Center for Education (ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center () and the VCU School of Education ().

Register today!

This Thursday at noon: 👉 Parental Involvement and Workplace Readiness Skills Webcast

Register for the link: https://centerontransition.org/resources/webcasts/details.cfm?webcastID=1678

Our presenters, Hannah Ramsey and Jan Shea, will cover the top workplace readiness skills, the role of parents and guardians, and daily support strategies.

Save your seat today, you don't want to miss it!

Want to learn more about neurodiversity? Connect with ACE!
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The Autism Center for Education (ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center () and the VCU School of Education ().

VCU-RRTC Autism Center for Education (ACE) is conducting a brief Statewide Needs Assessment of people who live or work in Virginia AND educate or support autistic individuals. Respond here: https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=47A8EYMRT7WD9PAN

The purpose of the survey is to learn more about your learning and informational needs, such as specific topics you are interested in and the ways you prefer to get information about autism. The information gathered will help us design training and technical assistance for Virginians who educate and support autistic individuals.

We would appreciate your participation!

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The Autism Center for Education (ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center () and the VCU School of Education ().

Dan Aykroyd, one of the writers and stars of Ghostbusters, describes how his interests led him to the idea for the film.

Each person has unique strengths, preferences, interests, and needs (SPIN)! Check out this one-pager from I'm Determined to identify a person's SPIN: https://www.imdetermined.org/tool/one-pager/

Also, this webcast shares a case example of Sam Hulcher on using person-centered planning to develop an "Extra Ordinary Life"! https://vcuautismcenter.org/te/webcasts/details.cfm?webcastID=210
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The Autism Center for Education (ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center () and the VCU School of Education ().

Looking for professional development? ACE just released the 2024-2025 Online Course Schedule!

All ACE online courses offer recertification points for licensure renewal (with prior school district approval).

View Course Schedule HERE:https://vcuautismcenter.org/documents/20242025_Online_Course_Schedule_with_LinksFinal.pdf

Register for Courses HERE: https://vcuautismcenter.org/te/courses/
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The Autism Center for Education (ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center () and the VCU School of Education ().

A few spots left for the first session in Hampton, VA next week. Don’t miss this opportunity!

The Evidence-Based Practices Academy is designed for educators of students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to provide training in evidence-based practices to increase access to the general education environment and curriculum.

Check out the flyer to learn more, and register today!https://vcuautismcenter.org/documents/EvidenceBased_Practices_Academy_12024_2.pdf
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The Autism Center for Education (ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center () and the VCU School of Education ().

Check out this recent story from A.J. Nwoko, VPM News, on "Innovations for Neurodivergent Minds," featuring Melanie Derry and Alissa Brooke from the ACE team!
https://www.vpm.org/2024-03-07/innovations-for-neurodivergent-minds

Want to learn more about Autism and Communication? Join Melanie for a prerecorded Lunch and Learn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eyn1eKHLCIE
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The Autism Center for Education (ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center () and the VCU School of Education ().

The Evidence-Based Practices Academy is designed for educators of students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to provide training in evidence-based practices to increase access to the general education environment and curriculum.

Check out the flyer to learn more, and register today!https://vcuautismcenter.org/documents/EvidenceBased_Practices_Academy_12024_2.pdf
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The Autism Center for Education (ACE) is part of the VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center () and the VCU School of Education ().

Check out this feature story from our ACE team!

Feature Story - VCU RRTC RICHMOND, Va.-  As of April 2nd, World Autism Day 2024, VCU Rehabilitation Research and Training Center Autism Center for Education’s (RRTC-ACE) Autism Spectrum Disorder for Paraprofessionals self-paced online course is approaching both its first anniversary and the milestone of having provided t...