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Autism Spectrum Disorder Overview

Course Competencies

  1. Summarize historical aspects of autism spectrum disorders

  2. Outline autism spectrum disorders

  3. Examine characteristics and criteria of autism spectrum disorders

  4. Determine causes and prevalence of autism spectrum disorders (including neurodiversity, psychological, and genetic factors)

  5. Compare typical and atypical child development in respect to autism spectrum disorders

  6. Explain the process of diagnosing autism spectrum disorders

  7. Discriminate between medical/clinical diagnosis and educational diagnosis

  8. Review comorbid and co-occurring diagnosis with autism spectrum disorders

  9. Summarize family supports

  10. Compare evidence-based, non-physical interventions

  11. Examine evidence-based, physical interventions

  12. Analyze unproven treatments