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8/12/2010
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Transitioning from IDEA to ADA
by Sandy Lahmann, 6pm - 8pm
Transitioning from high school to post-secondary education can be confusing for students with disabilities and their parents. Significant differences exist between IDEA, which ends upon graduation from high school and transition programs, and the ADA, which applies to post-secondary education. Students, and their parents, are invited to attend this session to learn about their rights under the ADA and to learn self-advocacy strategies.
Cost: $15.00, includes training, materials, dinner.
Register for "Transitioning from IDEA to ADA"
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8/18/2010
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ADA & Seniors
by Pat Going, 10am - 12pm
Often, seniors don't think of themselves as people with disabilities. This session will examine how to educate the increasing number of seniors about the ADA and highlight the more applicable sections of the ADA for the 50+ population. This training will include specific disability/senior etiquette and awareness exercises. Participants will learn more about population projections related to the senior population, relevant ADA issues for seniors, accessible businesses, accommodating aging workers, and disability etiquette.
Cost: $15.00, includes training, materials, lunch.
Register for "ADA & Seniors"
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9/16/2010
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Serving Customers with Disabilities
by Pat Going & Cindy Powell, 6pm - 8pm
People with disabilities comprise the largest minority group in the U.S. The 54 million Americans with disabilities are potential customers for businesses that are accessible. The primary focus of this training will be tips for providing outstanding customer service to people who possess billions of dollars in discretionary spending: people with disabilities.
Cost: $15.00, includes training, materials, dinner.
Register for "Serving Customers with Disabilities"
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9/22/2010
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Effective Communication
by Cindy Powell, 10am - 12pm
After receiving a request for a sign language interpreter, is it okay to ask a deaf person to bring a friend or family member to interpret? Can I ask a staff member who knows a lot of sign language to interpret? Where can I find an interpreter? Who pays for the interpreter? What does the ADA say about Braille, captioning, large print, telecommunications and other auxiliary aids and services that promote effective communication? This training answers all of those questions and much more.
Cost: $15.00, includes training, materials, lunch.
Register for "Effective Communication"
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10/20/2010
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HR Strategies for ADA Compliance
by Jana Burke, 10am - 12pm
This training on the Americans with Disabilities Act is designed specifically for Human Resources professionals. Please note – this session will NOT include an overview of the ADA employment provisions. Instead, we will focus on an in-depth discussion of effective policies, practices, and procedures for ADA and ADAAA compliance. Attendees will leave with resources and tools to make ADA compliance easier and less stressful!
Cost: $15.00, includes training, materials, lunch.
Register for "HR Strategies for ADA Compliance"
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11/17/2010
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Building Codes & ADA Standards
by Rob Gilkerson, 10am - 12pm
This session will focus on the differences between the current ADA Standards enforced by the U.S. Department of Justice, and ANSI A117.1-2003 which is enforced by local building code officials. Throughout this presentation common errors and mistakes seen in new construction will be reviewed. Numerous examples that appear to be accessible will be discussed. Examples of accessible facilities will also be shared.
Cost: $15.00, includes training, materials, lunch.
Register for "Building Codes & ADA Standards"
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12/15/2010
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How to Conduct a Facility Audit
by Pat Going, Rob Gilkerson & Geoff Ames, 10am - 12pm
This is a practical “how to” session that will take you through the process of conducting an ADA accessibility audit in an existing facility. Throughout the session, participants will be informed on common ADA accessibility errors and misconceptions. This training is a must-have for anyone responsible for physical barrier removal! FYI: This training is an expanded power point version of the Existing Facility Checklist CD. After the presentation participants will receive hands-on training by completing a quick facility audit of the training facility.
Cost: $15.00, includes training, materials, lunch.
Register for "How to Conduct a Facility Audit"
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