Course Code: REL-ABA-0-AIASD
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Describe autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and common characteristics of ASD.
List different types of interventions used to address challenging symptoms of ASD.
Describe strategies for supporting people with ASD in daily life.
Outline:
Section 1: What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Test Your Knowledge
How Do You Define ASD?
Common Characteristics of ASD
Levels of ASD
Early Signs of ASD
The Impact of ASD
Cultural Considerations
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Interventions, Supports, and Strategies
A Range of Interventions
Quick Check
Resources for Autism
Supporting a Person with ASD
Positive Behavior Support
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Rhonda Davin, Ph.D., BCBA-D
Dr. Rhonda Davin is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst with over 25 years of experience in the fields of developmental disabilities and autism. She has served the field as a teacher, college professor, consultant, and expert witness. She started Behavior Consulting Services which provided direct behavior analytic services to children with autism and their families. She has supervised and mentored several behavior analysts and service providers currently practicing in the field today. Dr. Davin has also provided technical assistance for large-scale organizational change efforts in the area of Positive Behavior Supports.
Writer: Jessica Edwards, BS, QIDP
Jessica is a SME Writer at Relias. Her primary writing responsibilities are in the Health and Human Services vertical, in the content area of intellectual and developmental disabilities. Jessica received her Bachelor of Science in Health Science, with a concentration in Disability Studies and Human Development, from Stony Brook University. She has over eight years of experience serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their supporters, including roles as a direct support professional, case manager, and qualified professional. Her experiences and coursework over the years have allowed her to develop a strong knowledge of person-centered planning and care, community resources, and service delivery.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Direct Support Professionals (DSP); Registered Behavior Technician (RBT); in the following settings: Intellectual Developmental Disabilities: Agency.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.