January 10, 2018
January 17, 2018
January 24, 2017
from 6:30PM-8:00PM
This course will include a homework assignment
$15.00
Ipads, Iphones, Smart phones or tablets should not be used if paying by credit card
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The Institute for Education and Professional Development
Webinar
Course Description: With 1 in 68 children in the US being diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (Centers for Disease Control, 2015) it is increasingly important for early childhood educators and care givers to learn more about supporting children with autism. This session will provide you will detailed information including typical behaviors and interaction styles of a child with ASD and the challenges and stressors to the family with a child with ASD. You will take a look at adapting communication, environment, and interactions to support the inclusion of a child with ASD and you will receive a collection of resources to support children with ASD.
Course Objectives:
1. Define Autism Spectrum Disorder, including the changes in diagnosis and terminology as of 2013. Describe the diagnosis and assessment methods of ASD;
2. Identify early signs of ASD;
3. List the health and safety issues of children with ASD and describe strategies and resources for families whose children have ASD;
4. Describe the stages and goals of communication for a child with ASD;
5. Explore types of alternative devices and types of communication that are commonly used with children with ASD;
6. Describe typical environmental challenges for children with ASD and identify strategies to meet these challenges within a child care program;
7. Investigate the learning and play styles of children with ASD and plan for adaptations to interactions to support children with ASD in a child care program;
8. Identify the stressors and challenges for families of children with ASD and measures educators can take to support these families;
9. Explore resources to support further learning about ASD and to share with families.
EEC Training Hours: 5
CEU: 0.5
QRIS Standard Alignment: Workforce Development and Professional Qualifications
Core Competency: 2: Guiding and Interacting with Children and Youth
This training is funded in part by the Department of Early Education and Care
and sponsored by the Southeast Education Professionals Partnership
Lead Agency - Child Development and Education, Inc.