ABA Panel Session in Melbourne

The Autism Behavioural Intervention Association
in partnership with
The APS College of Educational and Developmental Psychologists (CEDP)
& Monash University

 
is delighted to present
 
Professor Karola Dillenburger and the Simple Steps Program
(How to excel in home-based ABA)
 
followed by
 
An “In Conversation With” panel session featuring
Anthony Macris, author of the highly acclaimed When Horse Became Saw
& Chloe Maxwell, author of the recently released, Living With Max

This half day program is suited to parents, professionals and students, who work with, live with, or love a child with autism.
8:30-9:00am
Registration
9:00-9:15am
Welcome
9:15-11:15am
Professor Karola Dillenburger : The Simple Steps to ABA and How to excel in your home-based program
This two-hour interactive workshop has two aims: 1) to discuss why we base interventions on ABA and demystifying some of the most wide-spread misinformation about ABA: 2) to give real life examples on running a successful home-based ABA program.
Professor Dillenburger will examine international best-practice and the evidence base that underpins ABA-based interventions, and draw upon real life examples about how to commence an ABA-based programme. We will hear from parents who have educated themselves to become their own child's therapist, and view examples of the latest international developments in multimedia training for parents.
The session includes practical exercises and multimedia presentations to ensure participants come away with plenty of practical strategies to implement at home.

11:15-11:45am
Light Lunch
11:45-12:45pm
Panel Session: “In Conversation With…” Anthony Macris & Chloe Maxwell
Back due to popular demand is highly acclaimed author and ABA parent, Anthony Macris. For those of you who missed Anthony at our inaugural ABA conference in April, do not let this opportunity pass you by! When Horse Became Saw was shortlisted for the 2012 Prime Minister's Literary Awards and is a best-selling and heart-rendering account of a family’s journey into autism—and their path through the disorder via ABA therapy—as well as a tale of determination and unconditional love. When Horse Became Saw is an inspiring and hope-filled book that should be read by every autism family, every family contemplating or using ABA, and every extended family member who loves or cares for a child with autism. Come along to listen, learn, experience, and converse with Anthony. 
Model and television presenter Chloe Maxwell is author of the recently released Living with Max. Determined to make a difference, Chloe and her famous footballer husband, Mat Rogers, developed the charity 4 ASD kids to help under-privileged families fund their child’s autism therapy. Come and share Chloe’s journey into autism and her account of diagnosis, life with Max, and the true meaning of family.
You will be truly inspired when you hear these amazing authors and parents speak about their experience. Session will be interactive with plenty of question time. Books will also be available for purchase on the day.

1:00pm
Close. Networking and book signing available until 1:30pm
 
Date:​Saturday, 10 November 2012
Venue:​Monash University, Wellington Road, Clayton
Registrations from 1 November
ABIA Parent Member
$95.00
ABIA Parent Member
$115.00
Parent Non-Member
$115.00
Parent Non-Member
$135.00
Student (present student ID at registration)
$75.00
Student (present student ID at registration)
$95.00
Professional
$135.00
Professional
$155.00
Helping Children with Autism / FaHCSIA
$100.00
Helping Children with Autism / FaHCSIA
$100.00
Terms & Conditions: Full payment is required at the time of booking. Cancellations made 21 days prior to the event will incur a 50% cancellation penalty. Cancellations made less than 14 days prior to the event are non-refundable. All prices are GST inclusive.

Helping Children with Autism/FaHCSIA participants: $40 deposit required to secure booking.  Letter of eligibility must be submitted to ABIA prior to the scheduled commencement date.  It is the responsibility of the participant wishing to access FaHCSIA funding to ensure there is sufficient funds available. If FaHCSIA funding is insufficient, the credit card provided at booking will be charged the full program amount applicable. The $40 deposit paid at booking will be refunded in full upon program commencement.

If you attend only one ABA seminar this year, this is the one!
Earlybird bookings close 31 October 2012
Book early to avoid disappointment | Limited seats available
Book and pay via credit card:  http://www.trybooking.com/34900
Contact ABIA
 P: 03 98300677 | E: info@abia.net.au | W: www.abia.net.au