OAE Training

KPATA is working with Janet Newton to arrange for statewide OAE Training. If you would like to attend a training, please contact one of the Regional Directors for more information.  This training is presented by KDHE Sound Beginnings, Liz Abbey - Trainer/Audiologist.  

If your PAT Program would like to host an OAE Training please contact your Regional Director for more information.

Upcoming OAE Training - Wichita, KS: date and location pending.

Training is FREE for all KPATA members.  Non-KPATA members will be charged a $10 registration fee.  To become a KPATA Member please click here.

BLOCK Fest™

Currently there are 10 KPATA BLOCK Fest™ Certified Trainers who have been conducting BLOCK Fest™ trainings and events throughout Kansas. Each of the 6 regions has a complete BLOCK Fest™ exhibit of blocks available to check out for trainings and BLOCK Fest™ events. Blocks may be checked out by any KPATA member who has received the BLOCK Fest™ training from a certified trainer. Contact your KPATA Regional Director about scheduling a training or event for your area.

From September 30th, 2010 through December 31st, 2011 there were 1,472 adults and 1,690 children that participated in BLOCK Fest™ trainings and events.

During the last 2011 quarter 400 adults and 593 children participated in BLOCK Fest™ Trainings or events with the highest number of participants residing in the North Central KPATA Region.  They reported their numbers included BLOCK Fest™ events with classroom children.

Barbara Inman
KPATA Project Coordinator

Check out the presentation slides: At the Table--A Family Mealtime Workshop.

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