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CHILD GROWTH, DEVELOPMENT AND LEARNING* 2 HOURS * LEVEL 2

Understanding Autism ​

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​Attention:  This is a 2 hour course.
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** This course is approximately 2 Hours. **

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​​(2 hours) Online Self-Paced – Open Enrollment * Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong condition that affects the way a person communicates and relates to those around them. Teaching and caring for those with ASD presents a unique set of challenges and responsibilities. This course serves as an introduction to the topic of autism. Causes, symptoms, and misconceptions will be presented as well as information on recognizing signs and common behaviors in children. Additionally, strategies and approaches on how educators can better support students with autism and their families will be included.  
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A special thank you to Erika Booth, BA Ed for developing the curriculum for this course. ​
Level
2
  • Washington STARS Credit:  Child Growth, Development, and Learning (2 hours)
  • CDA Content Area:  Principles of Child Growth and Development (2 hours)
Objectives: 
  • Identify and debunk myths regarding Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Describe typical symptoms associated with autism
  • Give examples of helpful instructional strategies that educators can use with children with autism in their classrooms
  • List several medical issues that may accompany ASD
  • Identify common “red flags” of development that educators should be familiar with
  • Describe your role as an educator for assisting parents and guardians with the diagnosis of autism
​Technical Requirements:
  • Internet access (any speed)
  • Laptop or PC
  • Updated internet browser
Materials:
  • Laptop, PC, or other device

Meet the Trainer for this Course ​​​​​

Erika Booth, BA Ed
Erika is an approved Washington State STARS Trainer. ​
Erika Booth is originally from western Colorado and graduated with a BA in Elementary Education from Colorado Mesa University. She has volunteered in many classrooms, taught Sunday school, and has been an adult literacy tutor. Shortly after graduating college, she moved to Washington to begin teaching full-time in a Kindergarten classroom.  In her free time, she enjoys trying anything adventurous or outdoorsy such as camping, rafting, and ice climbing. She also loves curling up with a good book and playing with her Cocker Spaniel, Charlie. She looks forward to having little ones of her own one day. Erika believes that children are born with all the curiosity that they will ever need, and that it is our job as teachers to show them what to do with it.  ​​
Erika is a full time Education Resource Coordinator and Online Educator at Successful Solutions Training in Child Development.
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