MHDD 210 - Autism Spectrum Disorders

Credits: 3

Description
Overview of autism spectrum disorders, including: assessment, diagnostic criteria, behavioral characteristics, impact on family, current research/intervention approaches, and support services.

Student Learning Outcomes

Define and describe the disorders in the category of autism spectrum disorders.
Describe the early signs and diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorders.
Discuss possible causes of autism spectrum disorders.
Describe assessments used in the diagnosis or service planning for autism spectrum disorders.
Describe evidence-based educational, physiological, and behavioral practices used with autism spectrum disorders.
Discuss the impact of autism spectrum disorders in relation to the individual, the family, and the person’s social support systems.
Discuss and analyze the use of applied behavior analysis in increasing skills and replacing challenging behaviors associated with autism spectrum disorders.
Describe current research and interventions related to autism spectrum disorders.
Describe current national and local service support systems for persons with autism spectrum disorders.

Prerequisite: None