Autism Introduction & Connection to Our Practices AUTISM
For more information or to register for this training, visit the CAHELP OMS Calendar: https://sbcss.k12oms.org/?gid=52
This introductory course provides a foundational understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), exploring core characteristics, impact of learners and effective strategies for support. The course will delve into four major areas commonly impacted by autism: social skills, communication & language, repetitive patterns of behavior, and thinking & learning. Additionally, the course will discuss ways to support learners with autism including the use of evidence-based practices (EBPs) and where to location additional resources. This course is self-paced and includes completion of an online module, practice activities, and discussion topics to enhance learning and application.
Intended Audience
Educators, service providers, clinicians, behavioral support staff, families and anyone supporting learners with autism.
LCAP Priorities
JENNIFER ROUNTREE PROGRAM SPECIALIST (760) 646-8000 x288 jennifer.rountree@cahelp.org # 02:00 Hours
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For more information or to register for this training, visit the CAHELP OMS Calendar: https://sbcss.k12oms.org/?gid=52 PEERS - Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills AUTISM
PEERS is a 16-week program, focused on the development of specific social skills related to making and keeping friends. The program includes both a teen class as well as a weekly class for social coaches. Social coaches are taught weekly what skills the teens are working on and how they can best support the teen practice and implement the specific social skills outside of the weekly classes. Teens participate in the lesson related to specific social skills, followed by opportunities to practice the skills being addressed, and are assigned homework to complete between sessions to practice the new skills. Lessons cover topics such as starting and ending conversations, finding common interests with others, using electronic communication, and having get-togethers. If interested, please complete the PEERS referral to start the process.
Intended Audience
Adolescents with autism and family/social coaches.
LCAP Priorities
JENNIFER ROUNTREE PROGRAM SPECIALIST (760) 646-8000 x288 jennifer.rountree@cahelp.org # 01:30 Hours
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Achievement, Parent Involvement
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