Autism Intervention Certificate

Overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Examines the history, theories, definitions and public policies related to ASD. Characteristics, diagnosis, assessment, and instructional interventions used with individuals with ASD across the lifespan are explored.

Provides a comprehensive overview of the characteristics and educational needs of high functioning students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. Requires students to demonstrate knowledge and skills in developing an individualized educational plan (IEP) to be delivered in general education settings including curricular and instructional accommodations, social interaction and communication skills, behavior support, and other environmental supports.

Introduces students to the principles and practice of applied behavior analysis (ABA) in school settings involving students with special needs. Focuses on the fusion of scientific or evidence-based practices with ethical principles in the design of a function-based behavior intervention plan (BIP) for a person with a disability who displays behavior problems.

Focuses on the unique programming needs of students with autism spectrum disorder. Specific educational and behavioral interventions are discussed as well as several of the more controversial therapies. Characteristics associated features of students with autism are presented.

Focuses on evidence-based practices for the assessment and identification of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The various components of a comprehensive evaluation are discussed. Various evaluation tools and procedures are reviewed and demonstrated.