Course

Inclusion-Autism

Self-paced

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Full course description

 

Start Date

Any

 

Price

$50.00

 

Credential

Non-Credit Badge

 

Length

6 Hours

 

Commitment

6 Hours

 

Format

Asynchronous


Autism, early childhood

Course Description

This badge recognizes completion of six hours of professional development exploring autism in childcare settings, neurological features of autismspectrum disorder, and strategies for supporting young children with autism. It reflects a provider’s commitment to continued learning and creatinginclusive environments where children can participate and feel a sense of belonging.

Learning Objectives

  1. Recognize signs and characteristics associated with autism spectrum disorder that may be observed in young children in childcare settings.
  2. Describe how brain chemistry, genetics, and neurodevelopment relate to autism and differences in children’s development and behavior.
  3. Identify strategies that can be embedded into daily childcare routines to support the participation and individual needs of young children with autism.

Target Learner

The target learner for this course is Childcare professionals, directors of childcares, preschool teachers, and anyone involved in the care of children.

Course Topics

  • Autism

Meet the Course Instructors

Lisa Poppe

Lisa's Bio

 

LaDonna Werth

LaDonna's Bio


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