Autism Spectrum Disorders - UC Davis Extension

professional concentration inAutism spectrum disordersWith a prevalence of 1 in 88 children, autism spectrum disorders (ASD) is the fastestgrowing serious developmental disability in the U.S. Those professionals who care forand educate these children require specialized knowledge and skills to accommodate thedistinctive needs of children on the autism spectrum.The Professional Concentration in Autism Spectrum Disorders is a 3-course series designedto develop clinical skills in an array of evidence-based practices for assessment andintervention in educational and community settings. The program is a unique partnershipbetween UC Davis Extension, a leader in continuing and online education, the UC DavisMIND Institute, an internationally renowned research center committed to the treatment andcure of autism, and Autism Behavior Training Associates, a group of professional educatorswith more than 50 years of cumulative experience working with children on the autismspectrum. The program has trained more than 800 professionals since launching in 2006.Offered fully onlineThe Professional Concentration in Autism Spectrum Disorders is delivered in an engaging,interactive online format developed by the award-winning online studio at UC DavisExtension. Participants progress through the content as a cohort, while still enjoyingthe flexibility to log on at the time and place of their choosing. All classes offer robustopportunities for peer-to-peer and faculty interaction, and include meaningful, hands-onassignments to develop participants’ clinical skills.Have a group to train?Individual courses and the complete program are available for on-site or online delivery togroups of 20 or more. For information, call our program representative at (530) 757-8512.• Special education teachers• General education teachers• School psychologists• Speech and language pathologists• Physical and occupational therapistsWho can Benefit?• Behavior analysts/specialists• School counselors• Parents• Other professionals who work withschool-age childrenEarn professional creditEach course meets the qualifications for 30 hours of continuing education for MFTs, LPCCs, LEPs, and/or LCSWs as requiredby the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. UC Davis Extension provider number PCE577. Additionally, Applied BehaviorAnalysis also meets the criteria for Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) credit.Earn your CCTC-Approved Added AuthorizationComplete your CCTC Added Authorization through our articulation partnerships with Project Impact at the San Joaquin CountyOffice of Education and UCLA Extension.2