Seminar 10     Audio Link
Syllabus 10

Evidenced-Base Practice
A discussion of how to evaluate research in the area of neurodevelopmental disabilities. Trainees will evaluate published studies. The importance of building services / systems based on research and evidence-based practice will be emphasized.
Presenters: Lisa Samson-Fang, Sarah Winter, Christene Rogers, Tina Naami, JoAnne Wright, Athena Likel, Sarah Gunnell, Rocio Paredes-Mora, Dave Deresotez, Vicki Simmonsmeier

Competencies: Competencies: 3, 11
Methods: Interactive seminar, trainee activity.
Presentation: Auditory Integration;
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ;  Constraint Induced Movement &Therapy;  Cranberry Juice;  Evidence Based Practice;  Outcomes Based Practice;  Telephone Consultation & Triage;  Financial benefits. . .;

Seminar 11
Syllabus 11

Autism: Screening and Early Signs
1) A discussion of screening for autism and developmental disorders including differentiation between surveillance and screening; parent reports; observations, etc.

2) An overview of Screening initiatives including AAP guidelines, CDC’s Learn the Signs, Act Early

3) A discussion of the early signs of autism spectrum disorders - what to look for in routine care.
Presenters: Paul Carbone, Sarah Winter, Vicki Simonsmeier 
Presentation:  Autism Illustrated:. . . ; Developmental/Behavioral:. . .
Reading: Autism before age 2

Competency: 13
Methods: Interactive seminar

Seminar12

Parent directed clinic
Trainees will interact with a family in an interdisciplinary format. Trainees are expected in participate in two of these clinics over the course of the year.
Facilitator: Laura Richards, Athena Lickel

Competencies: 3, 8, 9
Methods: Trainee activity

Black Board VISTA #4
Discussion of trainees' clinical experiences to date with a focus on the integration of evidence-based practices in specialty and community care settings.
Facilitators: Lisa Samson-Fang, Sarah Winter

Competencies: 3, 8, 9
Methods: Web-based discussion groups.