Arizona Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities

Fetal Alcohol Resource Center

4710 E. 29^th Street, Tucson, AZ 85711

520-745-5588

Fetal Alcohol Workshops in Arizona

 

 

Understanding Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders

In School Age Children

 
Presentation by Teresa Kellerman for parents, professionals, and providers

This training will offer insights into common FASD characteristics and practical guidelines for applying intervention strategies that work best for this population. Participants will learn the symptoms of FASD, how to maximize success for those affected and resources for screening, evaluations, and family support services.

 

 

Friday, June 25, 2010

or

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (one hour break for lunch)
Division of Developmental Disabilities

 Community Resource Center (map)
4710 E. 29th Street, Bldg  #10, Tucson

Call Denise to RSVP: (520) 519-1515 for the June 2 5th training only

(Download flyer here)

• Understand how prenatal exposure affects the brain and impacts behavior
• Recognize physical and neurobehavioral symptoms of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
• Identify intervention strategies that help affected individuals of all ages
• Apply new insights to existing program plans to improve outcomes
• Learn about new research on nutritional recommendations
• Implement protective factors to minimize or prevent secondary disabilities
• Be able to pre-screen for possible FASDs in children and adults and make appropriate referral

Certificates of attendance will be provided.
Childcare will not be available.

There is no fee for this training, but registration is required.

Call the RSVP numbers listed for the specific training date/location

For more information, visit FAS Arizona at www.fasarizona.com