NOTE: THIS MESSAGE IS BEING DELIVERED VIA LISTSERV. IF YOU REPLY TO THIS MESSAGE YOUR RESPONSE WILL GO OUT TO THE ENTIRE LISTSERV. Supported Employment Specialized Training Seminar: AUTISM AND SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT We are offering this seminar in two locations: May 23, 2006 University of Vermont Martin Luther King Lounge-Billings Student Center University Place Burlington, Vermont 9:00 - 3:30 (Use visitor parking lot on corner of College St. & South Prospect) OR May 25, 2006 Vermont Technical College Morey Lounge, Morey Hall Randolph, Vermont 9:00-3:30 This seminar will explore issues and characteristics of people on the Autism Spectrum. Vocational strategies will be discussed to help participants find the best job environment/match and provide the support needed for success in the workplace for individuals living with autism. Participants should bring examples or concerns with them for discussion and problem solving. There is a $25.00 registration fee to cover costs. Lunch will be on your own. For information on the training contact Bryan Dague at (802) 656-1345. There is limited space so please register early. Topics will include: * Definitions and Overview of the Autism Spectrum * Characteristics and Traits of Autism * Effective Assessment, Job Development, and Support Strategies * Sharing of Participant's Successes and Challenges For information: Phone: 802-656-1345 Fax: 802-656-1357 Email: [log in to unmask] To register: Send in registration and check by May 16, 2006. If special accommodations are needed please respond by May 9, 2006. Send to: Bryan Dague University of Vermont-Center on Disability and Community Inclusion 208 Colchester Ave, Mann Hall, 3rd Floor Burlington, VT 05405 $ ************************************************************************ AUTISM AND SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT Please return with check made payable to: University of Vermont Choice of Location (check one): ___ Burlington, May 23, 2006 ___ Randolph, May 25, 2006 Special accommodations needed: _________________________________ Name(s):__________________________________________________ Agency or School: ___________________________________________ Address: ________________________________ Phone: ____________ Email address: ______________________________________________ Sponsored by : University of Vermont's Center on Disability & Community Inclusion, Vermont APSE Vermont's Division of Vocational Rehabilitation and Department of Developmental and Mental Health Services -- *************** Bryan Dague University of Vermont Center on Disability & Community Inclusion Mann Hall, 3rd Floor 208 Colchester Ave. Burlington, VT 05405-1757 Email: [log in to unmask] Phone: (802) 656-1345 Fax: (802) 656-1357 TTY: (802) 656-8499 Website: http://www.uvm.edu/~cdci/