AuSM

Autism Direct Support Certification - Fall Session
2022-09-09 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Event
This program is designed for professionals and caregivers who work with or support individuals with autism and want to provide better service and care. Individuals on the spectrum also are welcome and encouraged to attend for increased self-understanding and to share their unique perspectives.
TRAINING OBJECTIVES

Identify how people with autism think.
Understand how differences in thinking lead to differences in behavior.
Understand how different tools/interventions address the strengths and challenges of ASD.
Identify tools to support clients and loved ones in different situations.

WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?

Job coaches
Support staff
Personal Care Attendants (PCAs)
EIDBI Tier 3 providers
Educational aides
Direct support personnel
Group home staff
Day training and habilitation professionals
Anyone who works directly with individuals with autism
Individuals with autism

Each session is limited to 15 participants. Licensed professionals may submit documentation from the AuSM Autism Direct Support Certification Program to licensing boards for Continuing Education Unit (CEU) consideration (up to 15 hours).

Summer Recreation Session 2
2022-08-17 09:30 - 15:30, 2022-08-10 09:30 - 15:30, 2022-08-03 09:30 - 15:30, 2022-07-27 09:30 - 15:30, 2022-07-20 09:30 - 15:30 | MN
Recreation programs that will meet in person at a variety of community venues once per week for five weeks. Programming will engage participants in nature activities, museum and zoo visits, and other activities to foster learning, friendships, and fun. AuSM’s summer recreation sessions offer low-stress, accepting environments that promote learning and growth while celebrating neurodiversity.
AuSM programs are conducive to youth and adults who fall within the wide range of the autism spectrum. Programs are staffed at a 1:4 staff-to-participant ratio. If an individual requires more support than 1:4 staffing provides, the individual may bring a Direct Support Professional (DSP). The DSP will be responsible for supporting the individual with communication, behavior, and daily living skills. Call 651.647.1083 ext. 26 or e-mail education@ausm.org for more information.
Morning 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Ages 16-24
Afternoon 1-3:30 p.m., Ages 12-17

Mia Budding Artists
2022-08-12 09:30 - 12:00, 2022-08-11 09:30 - 12:00, 2022-08-10 09:30 - 12:00, 2022-08-09 09:30 - 12:00, 2022-08-08 09:30 - 12:00 | Minneapolis Institute of Art, 2400 3rd Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN, 55404, United States
Be inspired by the art seen in the galleries and make your own masterpieces in the studio while practicing social skills and making friends. Learn about new materials from air-dry clay to acrylic paints. This class will be co-taught by Mia art instructors and an AuSM education specialist.

Toneworks Session 2
2022-07-29 13:00 - 16:00, 2022-07-28 13:00 - 16:00, 2022-07-27 13:00 - 16:00, 2022-07-26 13:00 - 16:00, 2022-07-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Toneworks Music Therapy, 5600 Lincoln Dr. #280, Minneapolis, MN, 55436, United States
Work together to create interactive art exhibits using different creative arts mediums. Rotations include exhibit design, music, movement, and visual art. Each rotation is led by a teaching artist or therapist with extensive experience working with youth of all ages and ability levels.

Toneworks Session 1
2022-07-29 09:00 - 12:00, 2022-07-28 09:00 - 12:00, 2022-07-27 09:00 - 12:00, 2022-07-26 09:00 - 12:00, 2022-07-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Toneworks Music Therapy, 5600 Lincoln Dr. #280, Minneapolis, MN, 55436, United States

Wildlife Heroes with the Minnesota Zoo
2022-07-22 13:00 - 16:00, 2022-07-21 13:00 - 16:00, 2022-07-20 13:00 - 16:00, 2022-07-19 13:00 - 16:00, 2022-07-18 13:00 - 16:00 | Minnesota Zoo, Apple Valley, MN
This camp is all about problem-solving! Engineers, designers, and scientists work every day to design solutions for wildlife. Test your skills with design challenges while learning about real-world conservation issues—around the world and right in your own backyard.

Wildlife Agents with the Minnesota Zoo
2022-07-15 13:00 - 16:00, 2022-07-14 13:00 - 16:00, 2022-07-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Minnesota Zoo, Apple Valley, MN
A crime has been committed! The victim…wildlife! Can you identify the perpetrator? Learn about the problems facing wildlife while learning the skills and tools scientists use to track down criminals. Put on your detective hat and join us.

Outdoor Adventure Skills for Teens on the Autism Spectrum
2022-07-14 09:30 - 12:00 | Lowry Nature Center, 7025 Nature Center Dr., Victoria, MN, 55386, United States
Explore the forest, pond, and prairie. Build a survival shelter with other campers, start a campfire using different techniques and make a s’more. Meet animal ambassadors and gain skills to navigate and overcome obstacles in the forest. Make friends and practice communicating your needs during safe, fun, off-trail adventures.
