AIM for Change: Using Autism Internet Modules

Learn practical strategies for supporting individuals with autism through free, online modules, then join live sessions with an experienced practitioner, Bobby Huffman to see real-world examples in action.

Explore free online modules that build understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and effective practices to support individuals with ASD. Live sessions with an experienced practitioner bring the learning to life with real-world strategies and examples.

Bobby is so passionate and his creativity and enthusiasm are infectious. Bobby makes you feel like implementing successful interventions is within reach!

For Professionals

AIM for Change: Using Special Interests in the Classroom

Dates: February 12, 19, 26

Times: 7:30-8:30am EST

Join this online professional learning community for a FREE 3-session exploration of two OCALI Autism Internet Modules (AIM): Restricted Patterns of Behavior, Interests, and Activities and Using Special Interests in the Classroom. One of the primary characteristics of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is restricted and repetitive behaviors, interests, and activities. Individuals on the spectrum may display this characteristic through behaviors related to their special interests. These special interests can be a pathway to engagement and learning. Strategies and examples for incorporating strong interests into teaching will be shared through this opportunity. AIM Author Bobby Huffman will be leading this learning community.

Who should attend?

We welcome and encourage intervention specialists, classroom teachers, speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, administrators, paraprofessionals, mental health professionals, social workers, families, and counselors.

Presenter: Bobby Huffman is an intervention and behavioral specialist for Jones Middle School in the Upper Arlington school district. Throughout his teaching career, Bobby has worked with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) ages 18 months to 12 years old in both the school and home settings to increase learning opportunities. In addition, Bobby is a part-time research assistant for OCALI.

Earn Credit! Participants have the following options:

  • 3 contact hour certificate for attending the webinars
  • 3 hours for modules- Complete on your own and download the certificate
  • 6 hours Ohio-Approved through OCCRRA- will be required to email certificates and attend all 3 webinars. Register in OCCRRA ST10158600

Contact Information: Kelsy_kirby@ocali.org

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For Families

AIM for Change: Family Edition

Dates: April 2, 9

Times: 5:30-6:15pm EST

Join us for a free, family-friendly online learning opportunity designed to support your child with autism. In the average time it takes to prepare and make dinner (about 45 minutes), explore OCALI’s free AIM resources, created to help families better understand autism and behavior in the home.

April 2: AIM for Change: Exploring Emotional Vulnerability and Visual Supports

In this family-friendly session, we'll explore how autistic individuals experience and express emotions differently, and how visuals can make feelings easier to recognize, communicate, and manage. Drawing from the Emotional Vulnerability AIM, you'll learn practical, meaningful ways to use visual tools to reduce anxiety, support emotional regulation, and strengthen connections with the people you love.

April 9: AIM for Change: The Power of Special Interests

Discover the power of special interests in supporting learning and connection at home! This family-friendly session will show how tapping into what your child loves can boost social skills, learning, and positive behavior. You’ll leave with simple, practical ideas for weaving special interests into everyday routines to make growth feel natural and fun. Information from the Using Special Interests in the Classroom AIM will be used.

You’ll enjoy:

  • A live conversation with Bobby Huffman, AIM author and classroom behavioral specialist
  • The chance to connect with the Autism Center staff
  • Insights from other families’ experiences
  • Highlights from AIM modules on Using Special Interests in the Classroom and Emotional Vulnerability

Simple, practical, and designed with your family in mind all in less than an hour!

Who should attend?

This session is ideal for families just beginning their journey with autism or those looking for fresh ideas and strategies.

We also welcome and encourage professionals who support families, including intervention specialists, classroom teachers, speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, administrators, paraprofessionals, mental health professionals, social workers, and counselors.

Presenter: Bobby Huffman is an intervention and behavioral specialist for Jones Middle School in the Upper Arlington school district. Throughout his teaching career, Bobby has worked with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) ages 18 months to 12 years old in both the school and home settings to increase learning opportunities. In addition, Bobby is a part-time research assistant for OCALI.

Earn Credit! Participants have the following options:

  • 45 minute contact certificate for each session
  • Opportunity to earn 2 additional hours- Complete AIM on your own and download the certificate

Contact Information: Kelsy_kirby@ocali.org

Register