AUTISM

Many Special Educators will work with students with the eligibility of Autism. There are research-based techniques and strategies which have shown to be effective in working with students with this disability.

Autism Awareness Month Week 1: Diagnosis & Early Intervention - Autism Research Institute

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AUTISM CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

The SELPA offers a program in which staff can get a certificate of expertise in autism, by attending a required number of training events and submitting verification. There is a version for teachers, specialists and other professionals who wish to be certified, as well as paraeducators and instructional aides.

See the manuals below for information about requirements for each program.

Professional Manual
Paraprofessional Manual

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES ABOUT AUTISM

Autism Events

ON-LINE TRAINING MODULES

Autism Internet Modules
IRIS
Autism Focused Intervention Resources and Modules
Autism Speaks

OTHER WEB-BASED RESOURCES

CAPTAIN
Autism Society
Association for Science in Autism Treatment
Autism Inspiration

RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES

Autism Spectrum Disorders Informational Brochure for Parents
California Department of Insurance Consumer Alert on Autism Treatment
Family Fact Sheet - Sorting through services to help you help your child...Regional Center or Schools