For: children 12 to 48 months at the start of the intervention
Pivotal response training (PRT) is a way to teach children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) social communication and regulation using a natural teaching style. PRT focuses on using children's motivation to learn new skills and has excellent results with toddlers with ASD.
In PRT, communication, social skills, and regulation are worked on naturally in play. These skills are pivotal because they are the foundational skills that can lead to improvements in other areas of a child's life.
Procedures used in PRT include child choice, rewards for trying and using rewards that are related to the activity being taught. This program builds on a child’s initiative and interests and helps them develop communication, language, play, and social skills.
PRT is a 12-week program. Appointments are one hour, once per week. PRT is offered virtually or in person depending on your location.
The chart below is an overview of the similarities and differences between the C-MEY programs offered at TVCC:
Access to Services
Please note, that families must receive an invitation from the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services through the Government of Ontario before participating in C-MEY.
Once you have received the letter of invitation, register for the Caregiver-Mediated Early Years program by contacting Samantha McCarthy, C-MEY Program Coordinator, at:
- Email: Samantha.McCarthy [at] tvcc.on.ca (Samantha[dot]McCarthy[at]tvcc[dot]on[dot]ca)
- Call: 866-590-8822 ext 53777
- Text: 519-953-5680
You will be asked for your OAP Client Reference Number when you register for this program.
Contact abs [at] tvcc.on.ca (abs[at]tvcc[dot]on[dot]ca) for information about registering with the OAP.
What to Expect
After registration with TVCC, we will call to speak with you about the programs we offer and help you decide which is the right fit for your child and family.
After choosing a program, you will be connected with an experienced clinician from TVCC and/or one of our four partner agencies providing C-MEY in southwestern Ontario.
For More Information
If you are new to TVCC, please register here: Intake & Referrals
Questions? Email us at abs [at] tvcc.on.ca (subject: Questions%20about%20Caregiver-Mediated%20Early%20Years%20program) (abs[at]tvcc[dot]on[dot]ca)
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