Learning Opportunities

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in the Early Childhood Setting - PM

Presented By

Mark Scheffelmair.

Series Sessions

Date Time
Wednesday, May 31, 2023 12:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Location

Medicine Hat 76 Central Office 601 1 Ave SW, Medicine Hat, AB

Are you supporting a child in your classroom with Autism Spectrum Disorder? Would you like to have a better understanding of ASD, as well as current best practices in supporting children with ASD in an inclusive setting? The Palliser School Division is pleased to host Mark Scheffelmair from Key Connections Consulting. Scheffelmair is an expert in all things related to children with  Autism Spectrum Disorder. Mark will be presenting ideas and strategies on planning programming for the child with ASD in the Early Childhood setting. Topics will include: 

  • Dispelling myths and preconceptions around ASD
  • Understanding ASD in young children
  • How to tailor programming around speech and language, including non-verbal children with ASD
  • Working with pervasive and explosive behaviors in children who have ASD
  • Developing socio-emotional skills
  • Appropriate visual scheduling
  • And more!

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