Course Details

Coping with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Course ID 73785

Child Care Support Network

(715) 258-2448

Description

Autism is the fastest-growing developmental disorder in the U.S. Consequently, teachers are likely to come into contact with children diagnosed with ASD. Early treatment can improve symptoms and allow youth with ASD to reach their full potential. This is why early identification is so important.

2.00 Hours

Course Level

Formal

General Continuing Education

Course Category

Early Childhood

Formal Approved

(2 Hours)

CDA Content Areas

Positive ways to support children's social and emotional development (2 Hours)

Infant Mental Health Core Competency Areas

Family Child Care Home Provider

Child Care Center Staff

Head Start/Early Head Start

Public School Teachers

School Age

Home Based Service Provider

Center Based Service Provider

Toddlers (13-24 months)

Two's (25-36 months)

Preschooler 3's (37-48 months)

Preschool 4's and 5's (49-72 months)

Elementary (K-3rd grade)

Goals and Objectives

The objectives of this training are to: 1) explain why autism is a spectrum disorder, as opposed to a single diagnosis; 2) illustrate how it’s useful to classify traits into different categories; 3) go over guidelines helpful in discussing a possible developmental delay with parents; 4) demonstrate strategies for teachers and others caring for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

There are no events currently scheduled for this course.