Incorporating social skills development into the curriculum for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is not a supplementary concern — it is central to the intervention mission. Social skill deficits are among the defining characteristics of ASD and among the most significant predictors of long-term outcomes in areas including peer relationships, educational inclusion, employment, and quality of life.
Provider: Autism Partnership Foundation
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Join Free →Incorporating social skills development into curriculum is critical for clients diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), but what skills are needed by the interventionist in order to teach those social skills effectively? This presentation will review some of the skills needed to implement a progressive approach to teaching social skills to clients with ASD. Several training procedures to teach these skills will also be discussed.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB | 40 | General |
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