Behavioral Solutions Inc. - Training and Workshops

Introduction to our Online Training. 15 minutes.
This is a free unit to introduce how our online training system operates.  This introduction combines a few slides regarding Autism and Intellectual Disabilities.  We have also included a brief quiz to give you a feel for the range of question formats that can be used.  We are focused on producing training modules that include knowledge acquisition outcomes which thus allows us to provide certificates verifying competent completion of the training module.  This is an obvious asset for any organization wanting to ensure their staff competency based certification for their staff. We offer a range of options for organizations to register multiple staff training.  Give us a call if you want to find out more.  To ensure the best introduction to our training material please make sure the screen is in full screen size (some systems open with the training screen in a smaller window).

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Intellectual Disabilities: A psychological perspective - 1 hour 13 minutes
This unit provides a general overview of intellectual disability. Diagnostic criteria; co-occurring and causal conditions; prevalence, family issues etc are discussed. The intent is to give the learner a broad understanding of some of the key psychological issues related to a diagnosis of an intellectual disability.

Autism - What is it? A psychological and behavioral perspective - 1 hour 28 minutes
This unit gives a general overview of the diagnosis of autism. Topics covered are: the history of autism; diagnostic criteria; defining high functioning autism and severity of autism, co-occurring conditions, prevalence, genetics, school issues, family issues and more. The intent is to give the learner an understanding of several key issues regarding autism.

How to define a behavior
This self-help training module provides you with a basic introduction to the process of how to develop a practical definition of a behavior. This is a core issue for Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or the various derivative programs such as Positive Behavior Support; Pivotal Response Training; Prevent, Reinforce, Teach etc. Not developing good practical definitions of the problem behavior as well as its positive alternative behavior is one of the leading reasons leading to ineffective outcomes. This module includes a three part presentation, a handbook, training exercise as well as a number of handouts to help you work your way through defining what the problem is through to completing practical behavioral definitions for the behaviors you wish to change. While this module is designed as a stand alone module it is possible to arrange for support in working through the material.

 Behavioral Consulting and Training

Behavioral Solutions provides high quality, evidence-based consulting, training, treatment and related services to individuals of any age who have neurologically-based impairments functionally limiting their quality of life. Our staff has extensive backgrounds working with and providing training to service providers and parents of individuals with all levels of intellectual disabilities. All training would be conducted directly or supervised by a doctoral level, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA-D).  

 Training Options Include

Presentation

	Short event (e.g. 1-3 hours, but may go up to a whole day)
	Focus is on providing information about a specific topic or range of topics
	Goal is to introduce the participants to new information or give an update to an existing body of knowledge

Seminar

	Whole day event
	More in-depth material on a specific topic or range of topics
	Goal of increasing the participant’s deeper understanding about the material
	Certificates of participation are provided

Workshop

	Range from half days to three days in length
	Focus is more on techniques and procedures than seminars and presentations
	May also include theory and discussions regarding “how-to” or other practical implementation issues
	Certificates of participation are provided

Competency-Based Training Program

	Length ranges based on need of the training program
	Focus is on targeted increases in specific areas of competence
	Learning gain is evaluated based on direct observation of the actual skill area under study (e.g., on-the-job evaluation)
	Additional assessments and evaluations (e.g. quizzes) may be used
	Certification of achieving a level of competency are provided

Train-the-Trainers Program

	Aimed at training staff to achieve specific criteria in competency-based training programs
	Emphasis on being able to demonstrate effective training of new trainees.
	Certification as a trainer for the stated competencies are provided.