Welcome
The Virginia Institute of Autism (VIA) is a non-profit organization providing a day-school and other resources for families, educators and health professionals seeking services, training or information about autism and evidence based interventions.
Playgroups at the Park
The Virginia Institute of Autism’s Playgroups at the Museum is moving back to Greenleaf Park, starting April 30th. Want a safe and welcoming place where young children 2-6 with autism can play in an “autism-friendly” environment? Join us for an informal 1.5-hour playgroup on Mondays! Parents, families, and caregivers are encouraged to meet and socialize at Greenleaf Park in Charlottesville. The cost is free! Find out more...
Shaping the Future Workshop:
An Introduction to the Use of Applied Behavior Analysis in the Education of Children with Autism, June 25-27, 2012 Shaping the Future is an intensive three-day workshop designed to provide parents and professionals with training in the theory and application of ABA principles, specifically as they relate to children with autism. Contact Jennifer Wooten at (434) 923-8252 or jwooten@viaschool.org to sign up. Find out more...
News and Events
Learn all about the wonderful happenings at the Virginia Institute of Autism by following our activities on our News and Events blog. Find out more...
Toilet Training: Online Lecture and 1-Hour Live Chat with Dr. Annie McLaughlin, PhD, BCBA-D
Dr. Annie McLaughlin will lead an online, interactive parenting workshop on toilet training, including issues and strategies for working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other related disabilities. To sign up, click HERE. Find out more...
Virginia Institute
of Autism
Application & Admissions
The Virginia Institute of Autism accepts applications on behalf of children diagnosed with autism or autism spectrum disorders. Parents interested in having their children attend VIA's James C. Hormel School, can click here to fill out the application.
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