2nd Annual Autism Spectrum Conference - IN PERSON

Credit Hours:

• Gadsden State Community college awards the “Together We Can Make A Difference” 2nd Annual Autism Conference with 6 contact hours of instruction (CEU). It is conferred to the education professionals to provide continuing education programs under responsible sponsorship, capable direction, and qualified instruction.
• Gadsden Regional Medical Center designates this live activity for a maximum of 5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit that commensurates with the extent of their participation in the activity. Gadsden Regional Medical Center is accredited by the Medical Association of the State of Alabama to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

CEU and the CME certificate will be mailed within three weeks of the conference.

Affiliated Organizations: The Autism Foundation of Gadsden, Gadsden Regional Medical Center, Gadsden

State Community College

Target Audience: physicians, nurse practitioners, community members, teachers, social workers, first

responders, and special needs individuals with their parents/caregivers.

Presenting Speakers: Dr. Amitha Ananth (pediatrician), Mamta Mishra (author), Dr. June Nicholas

(psychologist), Dr. Cynthia Connor (professor), Dr. Anthony Metcalfe (Family practice)

Learning Objectives:  

After participating in this conference, attendees should be able to:

• Recognize the signs of Autism
• Understand the importance of early diagnosis and intervention in Autism
• Recognize the importance of AAC devices and how to use to improve functional capabilities
• How to deal with safety issues for individuals with Autism
• Understand wellness of the individuals with Autism and their caregivers

Registration is $50 per person - includes a light breakfast and a boxed lunch of choice