The Assistive Technology Pavilion will display state-of-the-art assistive technology in the areas of augmentative communication, computer access, interfaces, low-tech environmental controls, and written output. The equipment will be available to explore and individuals knowledgeable in assistive technology will be available to answer questions.
Job Fair - Friday 11:00AM – 3:00AMThe Sierra Group, Inc. together with our partners at Recruit Military proudly sponsor the 2008 Job Fair & Career Symposium at the World Congress on Disabilities Expo in Jacksonville, Florida. This year’s event has been EXPANDED to provide more candidates and more useful information that will bring together businesses that have a commitment to diverse hiring standards, and qualified job candidates with disabilities, including veterans. The Job Fair doors will open immediately after the Career Workshops conclude.
Career Symposium - Friday 9:30AM – 10:30AM
The Career Symposium consists of two information packed workshops presented by The Sierra Group. “Recruiting and Interviewing a Diverse Workforce” answers the obvious and the unasked questions recruiters encounter when reaching out to candidates with disabilities. “Landing the Job: Interviewing and Resume Tips” will see that our job seeker registrants, and their invited service providers, are amply prepared to make the most of this diverse hiring opportunity! Friday 1:30PM – 2:20PM
Comprehensive Automotive Mobility Solutions
Amber Fitzsimmons, MSPT
This presentation will cover a range of topics pertaining to personal automotive mobility solutions. It will assist individuals seeking vehicle mobility solutions in understanding the unique process involved in evaluating a customer's capabilities, and selecting and purchasing an appropriate automotive transportation solution. Additionally, this session will give an automotive mobility industry overview, review which manufacturer's are involved in the mobility field, give a road map for the process involved in selecting and purchasing a vehicle, review mobility solutions from a customer standpoint, and provide resource links and handouts. This session will also review the solution categories of wheelchair accessible vehicles, seating systems, hand controls, and wheelchair docking devices.
--Understand the process and key players involved in the automotive mobility arena.
--Review the pros and cons for various accesible vehicles and adaptive equipment
--Gain valuable resources for automotive transportation solution options.
This track will address topics pertaining to the education and treatment of students with autism spectrum disorders. Topics will be of interest to family members, educational professionals and others who serve this population. Presentations will be given by the experienced staff from the Center for Autism and Related Disabilities with the University of Florida in Jacksonville.
Friday 9:00AM – 9:50AM
Using Natural Environment Training to Teach Language Skills to Students with Autism
Presenter: Mae Barker, PhD, BCBA
Natural Environment Training (NET) occurs in the student’s typical settings, uses materials inherent to these settings, capitalizes on the child’s motivation to communicate, and uses reinforcement specific to the nature of the interaction. At the core of NET is the “discrete trial,” an ordered teaching sequence starting with an instructional opportunity, followed by student responding, and then teacher prompting and delivery of reinforcement contingent on the student’s response. This talk will cover the steps involved in planning and implementing NET for teaching verbal behavior (i.e., language) to students with autism and provide video examples. Data sheets for monitoring student acquisition of skills and online resources will also be provided.
Friday 1:00PM – 1:50PM
Autism: A Parent’s Perspective
Presenter: Jennifer Flagge, BS
This talk focuses on how parents respond to their child receiving a diagnosis of autism and the journey that parents face. The five stages of grief are discussed, and how parents might respond to intervention depending on where they are in this process. This presentation includes video of parents with more than 1 child with autism who share information from their experiences.
Friday 2:00PM – 2:50PM
Planning and Supporting ASD Students in Inclusive Settings
Presenter: Angela Mann, MS
This training will focus on planning for inclusion for students currently being served in the self-contained autism classroom as well as how to best support students who are currently being included for portions or whole days in the general education classroom. Participants will learn how to (1) write goals to plan for inclusion; (2) utilize accommodations and modifications; (3) write goals to support students in inclusive settings; (4) write a plan for coordinating the student’s educational team. During the training participants will create a team plan specifically for their student(s), create sample accommodations and modifications to support their student(s), and write sample goals targeting planning and supporting inclusion that can be implemented after the training.
Friday 3:00PM – 3:50PM
IEP 101
Presenter: Candice Rosenberg, M.Ed.
The IEP process can be confusing and intimidating for all involved. IEP 101 was developed to empower all the participants with knowledge. Upon completion of this presentation the audience will be able to: (1) Understand the purpose and intent of an IEP; (2) Identify what constitutes a good IEP; (3) Walk away with a working knowledge of IDEA; (4) Walk away with resources for future reference.
Saturday 9:00AM – 9:50AM
Using Visual Supports with Children with Autism
Presenter: Katrina Ressa, BS, BCABA
Visual supports are simple to make and can make a huge impact when working with children with autism at home and school. Visual supports may help students transition, complete necessary tasks, and be more independent. This presentation will review some of the most common visual supports used at home and school and provide examples of how to use them
Saturday 11:00AM – 11:50AM
Autism Spectrum Disorders from a Neurodevelopmental Perspective
Presenter: David Childers, Jr., M.D.
There are a limited number of neurodevelopmental pediatricians throughout the United States who assist in the evaluation and treatment of autism spectrum disorders.
Saturday 1:00PM – 1:50PM
The Applied Behavior Analysis Approach to Addressing Challenging Behaviors – Part 1
Presenter: Carolyn Tully, M.S., BCBA and Marlena Fuller, B.A., BCABA
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is the scientific approach to understanding human behavior. Problem behavior can be defined as behaviors that are disruptive, stand in the way of learning, and put the individual and surrounding others at risk of injury. ABA closely looks at what triggers problem behavior and the consequences that follow. This presentation will cover Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA), a systematic method of determining the functions of behavior. Once the function of the problem behavior has been determined it is necessary to write a Behavior Support Plan, specific to the individual with protocols listed describing how to intervene when problem behavior occurs. This talk will also cover the importance of data collection, ways in which to collect data, and teaching students appropriate behaviors to replace challenging behaviors. Sample data sheets will be provided to participants as well as a list of additional online resources.
Saturday 2:00PM – 2:50PM
The Applied Behavior Analysis Approach to Addressing Challenging Behaviors – Part 2Presenter: Carolyn Tully, M.S., BCBA and Marlena Fuller, B.A., BCABA
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is the scientific approach to understanding human behavior. Problem behavior can be defined as behaviors that are disruptive, stand in the way of learning, and put the individual and surrounding others at risk of injury. ABA closely looks at what triggers problem behavior and the consequences that follow. This presentation will cover Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA), a systematic method of determining the functions of behavior. Once the function of the problem behavior has been determined it is necessary to write a Behavior Support Plan, specific to the individual with protocols listed describing how to intervene when problem behavior occurs. This talk will also cover the importance of data collection, ways in which to collect data, and teaching students appropriate behaviors to replace challenging behaviors. Sample data sheets will be provided to participants as well as a list of additional online resources.
Friday 3:00PM – 3:50PM or Saturday 3:00PM – 3:50PM (repeated)
Medicare and Disability Entitlement
Presenter: Hugo Huapaya, Health Insurance Specialist Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Division Of Medicare Health Plans Operation, ROIV
CMS will address the special benefits and provisions for individuals with disabilities that include eligibility requirements, the enrollment process, Medicare health plan choices available to people with a disability, including Medicare prescription drug coverage, MEDIGAP options for people with a disability and Information sources. We will also provide a list of resources with additional information about Social Security disability programs and Medicare. Since the Medicare provisions for people with a disability can be complicated, it is important to know where to look for more information.
Thursday FridayWho should attend:
Non‐Profit Executives, Development Officers, Board Members, Volunteers, Pastors, Clergy, Marketing Directors, PR Staff, who want to increase their knowledge and skills in the areas of nonprofit advancement, fundraising, and development.
Participants will:
- Receive All The Tools You’ll Need To Launch a Successful Major Gifts Program
- Discover How to Identify New Donors that Give
- Understand How to Gain Donor Confidence Through Prospect Research
- Learn How to Secure 5,6, & 7 figure gifts
- Earn Adult Continuing Education Units
- Spend Time With Our Nation's Top Fundraising OfficersWednesday Thursday
The Center on Disabilities at California State University, Northridge offers the Assistive Technology Applications Certificate Program (ATACP). Now in its 12th year and with over 2,500 graduates to date, the ATACP is the largest Assistive Technology (AT) certificate program in the country.
In our training workshops you will learn the practical tools and techniques of AT accommodations and applications in meeting the needs of individuals with various disabilities in many settings. In addition to the principles of human needs, environment and tasks, we will address the tools and techniques behind the assistive technology which will enhance the effectiveness of your training experience. Designed for newcomers to the field of AT, practicing professionals interested in the latest updates, or family members seeking information and networking resources, the ATACP meets the 100 hour requirement for a certificate in Assistive Technology Applications with 10 CEUs from CSUN's College of Extended Learning and the Center on Disabilities.
We are pleased to announce that in partnership with the World Congress Exposition on Disabilities, training registration fees include attendance at the WCDE Conference.
Please visit www.csun.edu/codtraining/trainings.htm#jacksonville for more information and registration forms.
The Sports & Recreationt Showcase will feature on-site individual and team competitions, demonstrations and training by elite athletes as well as opportunities to try out different sports and sports equipment. Fan participation will be welcome.
Florida Disabled Outdoors Association
Florida Disabled Outdoors Association enriches lives through accessible inclusive recreation and active leisure for all. See the many programs this organization offers.
Disability Awareness - Simulation of what it feels like to live with a disability
Have you ever wondered: What might it feel like to have limited vision or be blind? What might it feel like to not be able to hear? Come by our simulation table to experience some of the many types of ability levels in our community.
Disc Golf
Disc golf, sometimes called Frisbee Golf, is a disc game in which individual players throw a flying disc into a basket or at a target. Playing disc golf is a great way to spend an afternoon at your local park or in the back yard at home.
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission(FFWCC)
Fishing Simulator – Feel the tug of the line and the exhilaration of catching a fish! FFWCC has the taught people about outdoor recreation for many years. Come and get some tips from the experts.
UCANSKI2 - Sit Waterskiing
World Champion waterskiier, Ann O’Brine, will show how anyone can water-ski. Ann’s vision reaches far beyond her own personal interests. She is as devoted to promoting public awareness about athletes with disabilities as she is to helping integrate people with disabilities into the community.
Golf Right Golf Academy
Golf Instructor, Billy J. Gaines Sr., has experience in teaching the great game of golf to individuals with disabilities. He will be on hand to show you how you can golf.
Freedoms Wings - Flying for People with Disabilities
Freedoms Wings will have an actual sailplane available on-site. Learn how you can fly!
Fort Caroline Archery Club
Enjoy the sport of archery! Club members will show how you can experience the sport rain or shine.
Beach Scoot®
This all terrain recreation vehicle is an innovative approach to assisting people with their mobility and seats 1 or 2 people. Try out and enjoy the independence of this amazing BeachScoot®.
Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technologies (FAAST)
FAAST strives to improve the quality of life for all Floridians with disabilities through advocacy and awareness activities that increase access to and acquisition of assistive services and technology. They will have recreation assistive technology available to try.
Brooks Rehabilitation
Serving the Community for more then 35 years.
At Brooks, we're dedicated to offering the most advanced therapies and techniques for all of our patients. We offer more types and more hours of therapy than any area rehabilitation system. Our commitment to providing patients with the best care possible is exemplified by the depth and breadth of the programs and services that we offer.
Come join Brooks athletes and trainers and participate in demos of
• Basketball
• Tennis
• Hand cycles
• Rugby Chairs and other sports activities
United State Power Soccer Association, USPSA
The USPSA is bringing 4 teams, 2 from Atlanta and 2 from Florida to compete in a round robin tournament. Come and route your favorite teams on to victory. In between these fun and very exciting games join the teams on the court and participate in games and demos with the players, some of whom played on the 2007 Gold Medal winning champion team in Japan.
If you have never seen a power soccer game you are definitely missing something. These teams play hard and there is a lot of banging going on.
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