Building Strong Foundations: ABA Verbal Behavior Training for Essential Early Skills Many learners on the autism spectrum face unique challenges as they work to build communication, social, and play skills. These early abilities don’t just support day‑to‑day interactions—they are the foundation for all future learning. For educators, therapists, and caregivers, knowing how … [Read more...] about Verbal Behavior Training PART 2- Establishing Basic Skills Training
FREE De-Escalation IN PERSON WORKSHOP This workshop is designed to support and inform school staff members who work with students who are likely to display interfering behaviors or become escalated. In this training, attendees will learn of the 7 steps of the crisis cycle including: calm, trigger, agitation, acceleration, peak, de-escalation, and recovery. For each of these … [Read more...] about De Escalation In Person Workshop!
Project ACCESS would like to pay tribute to one of the “godmothers” of Missouri autism education: Susan Hawkins. We regret to report that on November 21, 2025, Susan unexpectedly passed away. In the mid 1980’s, there were not a great deal of individuals who knew very much about how to instruct students experiencing autism in public schools. In response to the demands of … [Read more...] about Tribute to Susan Hawkins, Autism Resource Specialist and Former Director of Project ACCESS
CHECK OUT OUR NEWLY UPDATED AUTISM MINUTE VIDEO LIBRARY!!!! These short, informational videos offer a great starting point for education or provide a quick review on useful autism concepts and topics!!! You can view our full library by clicking the link below. Keep an eye out for more topics coming your … [Read more...] about NEWLY UPDATED AUTISM MINUTE VIDEO LIBRARY
