Course Description:

Social Stories™ were developed in 1991 to patiently provide information on a limitless variety of topics for individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Written according to a clearly defined style and format, the goal of every Social Story™ is to describe a concept, skill, activity, interaction, or event in an unassuming and respectful manner. Their “cousin” approach, Comic Strip Conversations, is often used in conjunction with Social Stories™ to accurately identify or reinforce topics. Using lecture, demonstration, and activities, this all-new, fast-paced course explores the most current thinking on these popular educational tools (including an overview of Social Stories™ 10.1, the first major revision and update of Social Stories™ 10.0 containing revised, reorganized, and expanded criteria, including Social Story™ Templates), and recent research, ideas, and implications. This course is geared for all parents and professionals, including those with little or no experience with these approaches.

Learning Objectives:

Following this course, participants will be able to:

1. Describe how all people use stories as guides to life in general as well as to help them with specific concerns.
2. Briefly identify 3 cognitive theories that support the rationale for Social Stories™ and Comic Strip Conversations.
3. Explain the importance of the 10 criteria that define each Social Story™.
4. Identify the 10 criteria that define each Social Story™.
5. Describe how Social Stories™ and Comic Strip Conversations may be used to address specific issues (categorization, generalization, interpretation of social contexts, and reading comprehension).
6. Identify 3 directions for Social Stories™ and Comic Strip Conversations in the future.

Target Audience:

Parents and professionals working on behalf of people of all ages with ASD.

Course Level:

Introductory to Advanced.

Course Schedule:

Sunday 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
9:00-10:30	People and their Stories Philosophy and Rationale Relevant Cognitive Theories
10:30-10:45	Break
10:45-12:00	Overview of Social Stories™ 10.1 Criteria and Comic Strip Conversations
12:00-1:00	Lunch (on your own)
1:00-2:30	Social Stories™ 10.1 and Comic Strip Conversations (Continued) New Ideas (Categorization, Generalization, Social Contexts, and Reading Comprehension)
2:30-2:45	Break
2:45-4:30	New Ideas (Continued) Social Stories™ in the Future

Comments:

"Carol Gray is an informative and entertaining presenter and I have learned a great deal about Asperger's syndrome from her intuitive understanding of how a child with Asperger's syndrome thinks and perceives the world. She has an original approach to Asperger's syndrome and Autism that is unique and I have extensively used, in my clinical practice, her strategies such as Social Stories, Comic Strip Conversations, and other ideas. I always enjoy her presentations and thoroughly recommend Carol Gray as one of the world’s leading presenters on Autism and Asperger's syndrome.”
– Tony Attwood, Ph.D.

Educational Credits:

6 contact hours. Certificates will be awarded.
Registered NJ Professional Development Provider.

Application has been made to the APA for CE credit approval.

TSI is an AOTA Approved Provider of continuing education. AOTA does not endorse specific course content, products, or clinical procedures. Approved by AOTA for .6 CEUs.

Therapeutic Services, Inc. (TSI) is approved by the Continuing Education Board of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) to offer continuing education activities in speech-language pathology and audiology. This program is offered for .6 CEUs (Intermediate Level, Professional Area). ASHA approval of CE Provider status does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures.

Location:

St. John’s University
101 Murray Street
New York, NY
Directions

Lodging:

Cosmopolitan Hotel
125 Chambers Street
New York, NY
(212) 566-1900

Cost:

Professionals: $280.00; Early Registration $255.00 (must be postmarked 21 days prior to seminar)
Family Members*: $220.00; Early Registration $195.00 (must be postmarked 21 days prior to seminar)

*Please note:
The family rate applies only to relatives of children with ASD. Please do not abuse this discounted rate if you are a professional. Those who register at the family rate will NOT be awarded CEUs.

Group Discount: A 10% discount will be given to each registrant when 3 or more registrations are received in the same envelope.

Recommended Reading:

Please click on the book titles for more information and to purchase the books:

My Social Stories Book by Carol Gray
Asperger’s Syndrome: A Guide for Parents and Professionals by Tony Attwood
Asperger’s Syndrome: Crossing the Bridge (Video) by Tony Attwood
Freeks, Geeks, & Asperger Syndrome: A User Guide to Adolescence by Luke Jackson

Questions?

Contact us through any of these methods and we will be happy to answer questions you may have about any aspect of our courses.

Therapeutic Services, Inc.
2409 Avenue K
Brooklyn, NY 11210
email: tsi@therapeuticservices.org
Phone: 718-692-1929
Toll Free: 1-888-7-THERAPY
Fax: (718) 338-3393

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