Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) - 4 Contact Hours /656094/

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) - 4 Contact Hours

Florida Board Approved - #50-20641 Course # 20-656094

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This course provides those in the medical and mental health professions and those responsible for providing essential social, educational, and other services with an overview of autism spectrum disorder, also known as ASD. The goal is to familiarize the participant with current strategies for managing ASD in order for affected individuals and their families to enjoy the highest quality of life possible.

At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Describe how ASD affects language, motor, cognitive, social, and emotional behavior.
• Describe the predominant theories regarding the causes of autism.
• Describe the role that neural anomalies may play in the development of autism.
• Identify disorders that are similar to autism and how they can be differentiated.
• Identify the diagnostic criteria for ASD.
• Describe treatments and methods for managing ASD.
• Identify the types of educational options that are available to children with ASD.

Course Curriculum

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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) - 4 Contact Hours
- Course Description
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- The Evolution of Our Understanding of Autism
- The National and Global Impact of Autism
- Current Theories Regarding the Causes of Autism
- Autism Pathophysiology and Brain Involvement
- Conditions Similar to Autism
- Autism Diagnostic Criteria
- Treating and Managing Autism
- Sensory Integration
- Educational Options for Individuals with Autism
- Long-Term Prognosis for Individuals with Autism
- Conclusion
- References
- Post-Test
- Course Evaluation

About the instructor

Doctor of Occupational Therapy

Kevin Bobos, OTD, MS, MA, OTR/L

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