26-27 June 2009 Europa Hotel, Belfast

In many parts of the world increasing numbers of children, adolescents, and adults are being diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Northern Ireland is no exception. Over the past four decades, the science of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) has provided a framework for effective treatment.

Today, international standards for training in behaviour analysts exist and more and more health and social care professionals, educationalists, and parents are learning how the use of science and effective education are inseparable. We have asked some of the brightest minds in ABA to come to Northern Ireland and share their expertise. 

School of Education at QUB is collaboration with local Charity, Parents Education as Autism Therapists (PEAT), and UU for this 4th Facing Autism: Ireland conference. The theme this time is Effectively Educating for Life. Within this theme, the importance of effective evidence-based education and intervention that starts in the early years but goes on across the lifespan is highlighted. 

We are sure that you will find plenty of stimulating information, discussion, workshops, and informal meetings that allow you to expand your knowledge of ABA and ASD and that you will find opportunities to build new networks of friends, colleagues, and collaborators. For information on speakers, schedule and registration visit www.peatni.org.

QUB is ACE Provider (BACB). Up to 9 CE credits can be earned at this event for BCBAs and BCaBAs.