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Training through the OrPATS project focuses on essential components of effective professional development activities including content focus, active learning and coaching.

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To request information on workshops and trainings contact the OrPATS Consultant in your region.

Virtual & In-Person Workshops

Regional and state-wide workshops are available throughout the year.  Workshops train educators on evidence-based strategies using appropriate curricula.  Workshops are scheduled in each region of the state or virtually via ZOOM, based on specific needs of the school districts within the region.   Workshops target either a preschool/elementary focus or a secondary focus. Workshops have been expanded to include school-based staff, ASD consultant, administrators, related service providers, community preschool providers, parents and caregivers.

Click here for a list of the evidence-based strategies taught at OrPATS workshops.

Click here for a list of currently scheduled workshops.

Virtual & On-site Coaching

Training site development and maintenance is provided through both on-site classroom consultation and virtual consultation for teachers, instructional assistants, autism consultants and other related service staff. Training consists of:

  • Discrete trial training
  • Pivotal response training
  • Teaching functional routines
  • Visual schedule systems
  • Individualized communication systems
  • Positive behavioral support planning

IIn addition, when available based on current safety needs and requirements, school teams can visit a training site and then receive additional follow-up coaching at their classroom.  This additional follow-up support can be provided by OrPATS consultants and/or local autism consultants through districts and regional programs.

Additional Training Modules

OrPATS  has developed a variety of professional development opportunities for staff via web-based interactive learning opportunities.  Follow-up webinars are now available for participants after attending a workshop or training opportunity.  General educators can have access, throOrPATS has developed a variety of professional development opportunities for staff via web-based interactive learning opportunities.  Follow-up webinars are available for participants after attending a workshop or training opportunity.  General educators can access by request, through their autism consultant.