Build the skills to support individuals on the autism spectrum with confidence and compassion.
In the United States, approximately 1 in 54 children is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder each year โ and the need for knowledgeable, empathetic support continues to grow. This intensive online Autism Awareness course is designed to equip you with a strong foundational understanding of autism and the tools to make a meaningful impact.
What you Get
- 1 x Hyperli voucher code to redeem for the following course โ Autism Awareness
How to Redeem
- Look over the fine print for information on how you can redeem your voucher
Course Content
Module 1: Understanding The Spectrum
- What is autism?
- Myths
- Analyzing the spectrum
- Learning disabilities
- Social and emotional development
Module 2: The Autistic Environment
- The new model of autism
- Autism spectrum disorders rising
- Toxic body burden
- The governmentโs role
Module 3: What Causes Autism?
- Is autism caused by nature or nurture?
- Identifying early signs of autism
- Identifying autism in adults
- How does autism affect genders differently?
Module 4: Autistic Behavior
- How autistic behavior can be challenging
- Child behavior and how to identify autism
- Theory of Mind
- Addressing child behavior
Module 5: Conducting A Functional Autism Assessment
- FBA
- Methods
- Descriptive vs. experimental
- Cautions needed before performing an FBA
- Analyzing the data
Module 6: Autism In The Classroom
- Inclusion and proper placement
- Accommodations
- Differentiated instruction
- Individualized educational plans
- Monitoring success
Module 7: Creating A Positive Support Plan
- Event strategies
- Antecedent strategies
- Behavior teaching strategies
- Consequence strategies
- Prevention
- Redirection
- Reinforcement and punishment
- Extinction
- Safety
Module 8: Aging And Long-term Care
- Aging out crisis
- Functioning in society as an adult
- Support systems
- Consultations and legal documents
- Housing options
- Emergency preparedness
Module 9: Medication
- Anxiety and depression
- Behavioral problems
- Seizures
- Inattention and hyperactivity
Module 10: Community Living And Supports
- Family support
- Physical home modifications
- Early intervention programs
- In-home and out-of-home care
- After-school programs
- Behavioral therapyย
Certification
All courses are accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards (www.icoes.org). When successfully completing a course, students can choose to purchase an ICOES certificate that recognizes the achievement, from this third-party institution.