Comprehensive six-hour professional development intensive providing in-depth training, extensive practice opportunities, and collaborative action planning. Transform your team’s understanding and practice in one powerful day.
Maximize learning and implementation with our full-day professional development intensive. Six hours of focused, comprehensive training provides the time needed for deep understanding, extensive practice, collaborative problem-solving, and detailed action planning that leads to real, sustainable change in your setting.
Full-Day Training Advantages:
– Comprehensive coverage of complex topics
– Multiple related topics can be integrated
– Sufficient time for hands-on practice and skill development
– Team building and shared understanding
– Collaborative problem-solving and planning
– Development of detailed implementation strategies
– Cost-effective professional learning investment
– Momentum-building for organizational change
What’s Included:
Each full-day professional development session includes:
– 6 hours of expert instruction and facilitation
– Comprehensive pre-session consultation and needs assessment
– Customized, integrated content addressing your priorities
– Interactive presentation with varied engagement strategies
– Multiple hands-on practice activities
– Video demonstrations and real-world examples
– Small group and whole group discussions
– Case study analysis and application
– Collaborative action planning sessions
– Comprehensive digital resource packet (150+ pages)
– Implementation toolkit with ready-to-use materials
– Downloadable templates, forms, and tools
– Certificate of completion for participants
– Session recording (if virtual format)
– Post-session leadership consultation (30 minutes)
– Two weeks of email support for implementation questions
Sample Full-Day Training Agendas:
Option 1: Comprehensive Autism and Neurodivergence Training
– Hour 1: Understanding Autism and Neurodivergent Learning Profiles
– Hour 2: Sensory Processing, Regulation, and Environmental Design
– Hour 3: Communication Systems and Supports (AAC, Visual Supports)
– Hour 4: Executive Function Challenges and Scaffolding Strategies
– Hour 5: Understanding and Supporting Challenging Behaviors
– Hour 6: Creating Comprehensive Support Plans and Action Steps
Option 2: Building Trauma-Informed, Neurodivergence-Affirming Practices
– Hour 1: Intersection of Trauma and Neurodivergence
– Hour 2: Trauma-Informed Classroom and Program Design
– Hour 3: Regulation-Based Approaches to Behavior
– Hour 4: Building Safe, Predictable Environments
– Hour 5: Communication and Connection Strategies
– Hour 6: Self-Care and Compassion Fatigue Prevention
Option 3: Implementing Comprehensive IEP and Behavior Support
– Hour 1: Understanding the IEP Process and Requirements
– Hour 2: Strength-Based Assessment and Goal Development
– Hour 3: Accommodations, Modifications, and Service Delivery
– Hour 4: Functional Behavior Assessment and Analysis
– Hour 5: Positive Behavior Support Plan Development
– Hour 6: Implementation, Data Collection, and Progress Monitoring
Option 4: Creating Inclusive, Universally Designed Learning Environments
– Hour 1: Principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
– Hour 2: Sensory-Friendly and Flexible Learning Spaces
– Hour 3: Differentiation Strategies for Diverse Learners
– Hour 4: Executive Function Support Across the Day
– Hour 5: Social-Emotional Learning for All Students
– Hour 6: Building Inclusive School Culture and Community
Custom agendas developed based on your specific goals and needs!
Comprehensive Training Topics:
✓ Autism spectrum fundamentals and neurodiversity
✓ Sensory processing and regulation strategies
✓ Communication systems (AAC, visual supports, assistive technology)
✓ Executive function assessment and support
✓ Behavior as communication and positive support
✓ Trauma-informed and healing-centered practices
✓ Social skills instruction and peer relationships
✓ IEP development, implementation, and monitoring
✓ Family-professional partnerships
✓ Inclusive education and UDL principles
✓ Transition planning across life stages
✓ Self-care and team sustainability
✓ Cultural responsiveness in special education
✓ Data-based decision making
Perfect for:
– School-wide professional development days
– District training for all staff
– Agency comprehensive staff training
– University pre-service teacher preparation
– Multi-site organizational training
– Program launch or transformation initiatives
– Annual team development and renewal
Delivery Format:
– Virtual (via Zoom with extensive interactive features)
– In-person at your location (preferred for full-day)
– Hybrid format with equitable engagement
Recommended full-day schedule:
– 8:30-9:00 AM: Welcome, introductions, agenda overview
– 9:00-10:15 AM: Session 1 + 15-minute break
– 10:30-12:00 PM: Session 2 + 30-minute break
– 12:30-1:45 PM: Session 3 + 15-minute break
– 2:00-3:15 PM: Session 4 + 15-minute break
– 3:30-4:30 PM: Session 5 + collaborative action planning
(Schedule flexible based on your site needs)
Ideal team size: 15-150 participants (larger groups accommodated)
Comprehensive Pre-Session Process:
1. Initial consultation with leadership team (60 minutes)
2. Comprehensive team needs assessment survey
3. Review of relevant documents, data, policies, or student information
4. Optional pre-training observations (additional fee)
5. Detailed agenda development aligned to your goals
6. Agenda review and approval by leadership
7. Pre-reading materials sent to participants (optional)
8. Logistics coordination and technical setup
9. Participant registration and materials distribution
Interactive Elements Throughout:
– Polling and real-time feedback
– Think-pair-share activities
– Small group problem-solving
– Gallery walks and stations
– Video analysis and discussion
– Role-play and practice scenarios
– Case consultations
– Collaborative tool development
– Action planning in teams
– Resource exploration
– Q&A sessions
Post-Session Support:
– 30-minute leadership debrief call
– Detailed summary of key takeaways and next steps
– Two weeks of email support for implementation questions
– Access to additional resources and materials
– Follow-up consultation scheduling options
TRAVEL & EXPENSES POLICY:
– Local travel within 60 miles round-trip of the Mosaic Minds Center for Autism & Neurodivergent Learning primary location is included in the service fee
– Travel beyond 60 miles round-trip will be billed at the current IRS standard mileage rate, calculated from the Mosaic Minds Center primary location to your event site
– Overnight stays: Lodging reimbursement or direct booking required for events exceeding one full day or requiring departure before 6:00 AM or return after 9:00 PM
– Per diem: $75/day for meals and incidental expenses (if meals not provided by hosting organization)
– Airfare (for distances exceeding 300 miles one way): Economy class, non-refundable, must be pre-approved in writing
– All travel, lodging, mileage, airfare, and per diem expenses must be preapproved in writing and are not included in professional service fees unless explicitly stated in the contract
– Payment or reimbursement of approved travel expenses is due within 15 days of invoice
Scheduling:
Full-day professional development sessions require significant preparation and coordination. We recommend booking 8-12 weeks in advance to ensure optimal customization and your preferred date.
Additional Services Available:
– Follow-up half-day or hourly sessions
– Implementation coaching and consultation
– Classroom/program observations with feedback
– Customized resource and material development
– Data analysis and program evaluation
– Leadership coaching and support
Investment: $2,750 for 6-hour comprehensive session
This represents exceptional value compared to multiple shorter sessions and provides the depth needed for transformational change.
