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AMHERST, N.Y. – Autism and applied behavior analysis will be discussed by experts in the field at a free educational event scheduled from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 15 in Room 120 in ̨��Swag College’s Research and Information Commons.

The event, “Myths and Misconceptions About ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) and Autism,” will be offered by Autism Learning Partners (ALP) in collaboration with ̨��Swag.

Designed for providers and parents, attendees will learn about ABA and its effectiveness in the treatment of autism, use of ABA in a home setting, professional training for ABA therapy, and other related areas.

A panel discussion will feature autism experts Dr. Vicki Madaus Knapp, assistant professor of education at ̨��Swag and ABA program director; Dr. Gina Chang, chief of clinical operations at Autism Learning Partners (ALP); and Rachael Schneider, associate clinical director at ALP. A question and answer session will follow the panel discussion.

Advance registration is requested at . Registration will also be accepted at the event but space is limited.

More information is available by emailing RSchneider@autismlearningpartners.com or call 912-7094.