We were honored to host Dr. Shahla Ala’i-Rosales, PhD, BCBA-D, CPBA-AP at PCDI this July! She led a presentation and discussion on Supervision and Mentorship for PCDI trainers, and a program-wide presentation on Family Guidance in Behavior Analytic Practice. Dr. Ala’i-Rosales is a Professor in the Department of Behavior Analysis at the University of North … Read more
At the end of September our high school students began taking orders at their very own salad bar! Orders are available to high school instructors during the pilot phase of the salad bar with hopes of expanding the customer base to other PCDI students, staff, and families. The salad bar is part of our goal … Read more
After Dr. Lynn McClannahan’s passing in late 2022, her extensive library was donated back to its original home— in her former office inside PCDI. Lynn mentored many professionals throughout her career, several of whom are current ASAI site directors. The directors enjoyed looking through this treasure trove of history and innovation while they were on … Read more
Since 2012, New Jersey has been an Employment First state. Competitive employment is the preferred outcome for all individuals after completing their education – this includes individuals with disabilities. For PCDI students in the Adult Life Skills Program (ALSP), this remains the goal. In 2022, approximately 21% of all individuals with disabilities in the United … Read more
The Alliance for Scientific Autism Intervention (ASAI) was founded in 2017 by leaders across several organizations that operate from the scientifically validated systems established by Drs. Patricia Krantz and Lynn McClannahan. This organization brings PCDI and its dissemination sites together to preserve and advance systems that produce effective science-based intervention for individuals with autism. The process … Read more
Nearly 20 years ago TOHUM was founded by a parent in Turkey who traveled all through Europe and the United States to find services for her son when he was diagnosed with autism. At that time there were no services in Europe that appeared effective. Although several programs in the States were interested in selling … Read more