The Autism Certi cate is designed for child care teachers,
paraeducators, teachers, parents, relatives and caregivers to
learn how to support individuals with autism spectrum
disorder. Learn strategies and techniques to promote
educational and social success in individuals who have been
diagnosed with a Pervasive Developmental Disorder such as
autism.
• Discriminate between the various diagnoses collectively
known as Pervasive Developmental Disorders.
• Analyze the impact of early intervention on children with
Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Examine strategies in reducing negative behaviors in
persons with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Foster play and friendship for persons with Autism
Spectrum Disorder.
• Explore a variety of effective teaching methods, adaptations,
and modi cations for learners with Autism Spectrum
Disorder.
• Examine functional living skills and vocational support for
persons with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Curriculum
Catalog No. Description
Credits
10-307-200 Autism: Spectrum Disorder 3
10-307-201 Autism: Teaching Methods 3
10-307-202 Autism: Transition/Beyond 3
Certi cate Total 9
Curriculum Note
Students must earn a "C" or higher in all 10-307-XXX
courses to successfully graduate the Autism Certi cate. A
student must repeat the particular course with a "C" or
better nal grade to continue in or graduate from this
program. If the course is sequential, the successful retake
must occur before continuing the sequence.
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