COSAC's Annual Issues in Autism Conference

Issues in Autism Schedule



Adult Forum: Thursday, May 15


Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Beyond Today – Securing Tomorrow
Sheraton Atlantic City Convention Center
Registration/Continental Breakfast
8:30 a.m.
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 9:00 a.m.
Welcome - Leslie Long, Director of Public Policy and Systems Advocacy, COSAC    
9:00 a.m.
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 9:15 a.m.
Keynote Panel - Facilitated by Leslie Long
9:15 a.m.
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 10:30 a.m.
Evidence-based Intervention and Support
10:45 a.m.
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 11:15 a.m.
Continuum of Employment Opportunities
11:15 a.m.
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 12:30 p.m.
Lunch   
12:30 p.m.
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 1:15 p.m.
Ask the Experts         
12:30 p.m.
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 4:00 p.m.
Speech, Language and Communication
1:15 p.m.
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 2:30 p.m.
Assessment and Treatment of Challenging Behavior
2:45 p.m.
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 4:00 p.m.
Destinations: A Panel Presentation and Closing Remarks  
4:00 p.m.
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 5:00 p.m.

Issues in Autism: Friday, May 16

The Atlantic City Convention Center

Registration/Continental Breakfast*
8:00 a.m.
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9:00 a.m.
Exhibitor Session
8:00 a.m.
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5:45 p.m.
Welcome/Introductions
8:45 a.m.
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9:00 a.m.
Keynote Presentation: Sibling Stories
9:00 a.m.
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10:30 a.m.
Workshop Session A
10:45 a.m.
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12:15 p.m.
Lunch/Announcements
12:15 p.m.
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1:15 p.m.
Poster Presentations*
12:45 p.m.
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1:45 p.m.
Workshop Session B
1:45 p.m.
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3:15 p.m.
Workshop Session C
3:30 p.m.
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5:00 p.m.
Awards Ceremony Reception (4th Floor)**
7:00 p.m.
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9:30 p.m.
* Please note that breakfast only is available until 9:00 a.m. and Poster Presentations begin during the lunch hour. View research posters that demonstrate a clear relationship between a behavior change and an intervention.  Professionals and family members submitting posters will be on-site to answer questions.  Awards will be announced for "Best Overall Poster," and for "Best Poster for Adult Services" (courtesy of The Quest Autism Foundation).

** Awards Ceremony and Reception: Help celebrate the 2008 COSAC Award Winners! This is a terrific opportunity to network and recognize the accomplishments of leaders in the autism community.  Register by including $45 in your registration fees.  If you are unable to attend the conference but wish to attend the awards ceremony, please send a $45 check payable to COSAC.  Registration includes a buffet dinner and the awards ceremony. A cash bar also will be provided.


Issues in Autism: Saturday, May 17

The Atlantic City Convention Center

Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:00 a.m.
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9:00 a.m.
Exhibitor Session
8:00 a.m.
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2:00 p.m.
NJ ABA Chapter Meeting*
8:00 a.m.
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8:45 a.m.
Meet and Greet the COSAC Board of Trustees**
8:00 a.m.
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8:00 a.m.
Workshop Session D
9:00 a.m.
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10:30 a.m.
Workshop Session E
10:45 a.m.
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12:15 p.m.
Lunch/Announcements
12:15 p.m.
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1:45 p.m.
Gold Member Lunch
12:30 p.m.
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1:30 p.m.
Workshop Session F
1:45 p.m.
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3:15 p.m

*New Jersey Association for Behavior Analysis Meeting: Learn about the New Jersey Association for Behavior Analysis' mission, goals and membership benefits, and network with other behavior analysts in New Jersey. All who are interested in the advancement of behavior analysis, including professionals and parents, are welcome to attend.

**Meet and Greet the COSAC Board of Trustees: Dialogue with COSAC leadership, learn about COSAC's mission, goals and membership benefits and network with members of New Jersey's autism community. All who are interested in the future of COSAC, including professionals and parents, are welcome to attend.