PECS Basic Training

PECS Basic Training

This intensive two-day training is designed to teach participants the theory behind the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) and the protocols for how to appropriately implement the six phases of PECS.

The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) is used to rapidly teach communication skills to those with limited functional speech. PECS promotes communication within a social context, without lengthy prerequisite training. Training in PECS begins by teaching a spontaneous request and goes on to teach additional communicative functions such as responding to questions and commenting. An added attraction for preschool children with autism and related disabilities is the high proportion of children who acquire independent speech. Participants will learn how to implement the six phases of PECS, plus attributes, through presenter demonstrations, video examples and role-play opportunities. Participants will leave the workshop with an understanding of how to implement PECS with individuals with autism, related developmental disabilities, and/or limited communication skills.

What You Will Learn:

The key Pyramid components to designing effective educational environments
Strategies to create an abundance of opportunities for communication
The relationship between PECS and traditional communication training approaches
How to implement all six phases of PECS with target individuals using a behaviour analytic orientation
The criteria for transitioning from PECS to other communication modalities

Agenda: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Registration Time: 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM

CEUs: 7.0 BACB CEUs and eligible for CASLPA CEE’s

Tuition includes: The Second Edition PECS Training Manual with Data Forms CD (a $75.00 value) - Detailed Handouts with space for note taking - Certificate of Attendance - Continental Breakfast both days - BACB CEUs are available

PECS Basic Training: $450.00 for Professionals and $400 for Parents/Students

Current Listings:

St. Catharines, Ontario (PECS Basic Training)
27/09/2010 - 28/09/2010
Professional Cost: $450.00CAD
Parent Cost: $400.00CAD
Venue:
Four Points by Sheraton
3530 Schmon Parkway
Thorold, Ontario L2V 4Y6
Venue Telephone: (905) 984 8484
Venue Parking:

Edmonton, Alberta (PECS Basic Training)
13/10/2010 - 14/10/2010
Professional Cost: $450.00CAD
Parent Cost: $400.00CAD
Venue:
Hilton Garden Inn West Edmonton
17610 Stony Plain Rd
Edmonton, Alberta T5S 1A2
Venue Telephone: 888.344.5866
Venue Parking: Complimentary

Moncton, New Brunswick (PECS Basic Training)
25/10/2010 - 26/10/2010
Professional Cost: $450.00CAD
Parent Cost: $400.00CAD
Venue:
Chateau Moncton
100 Main Street
Moncton, New Brunswick E1C 1B9
Venue Telephone: (506) 870-4444
Venue Parking: yes

Surrey, British Columbia (PECS Basic Training)
15/11/2010 - 16/11/2010
Professional Cost: $450.00CAD
Parent Cost: $400.00CAD
Venue:
Holiday Inn and Suites
17530-64th Avenue
Surrey, British Columbia V3S 1Y9
Venue Telephone: 604-576-8862
Venue Parking: yes

Calgary, Alberta (PECS Basic Training)
06/12/2010 - 07/12/2010
Professional Cost: $450.00CAD
Parent Cost: $400.00CAD
Venue information not yet available.