ABA100 - Autism

Subject Title
Autism

Subject Description
This subject provides a brief overview of the characteristics, causes, and skills of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). To best understand the complexity of ASD, students will learn topics with a developmental perspective, and will be provided with information about the social, linguistic, and behavioural development of both typically developing children, and children with ASD. We will begin in the early years, and progress through adolescence and into adulthood. For example, the development of social understanding, empathy, play, and language, will be addressed across the lifespan. As well, children with ASD live within a larger family unit, and their unique role will be taken into account. Lastly, we will explore a number of community resources available for individuals with ASD.

Credit Status
One credit toward the Autism (ROA) Certificate Program

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

1) Define the constellation of characteristics that indicates autism
2) Describe the spectrum of autism disorders
3) Give examples of behaviours within each category
4) Explain the theories on the causes of autism
5) Interpret information from a case study to describe the components of Autism Spectrum Disorder
6) Give examples of the similarities and differences that exist between typically developing children and children with ASD
7) Know the best practices in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of ASD.
8) Know the main characteristics of effective Intensive Behavioural Intervention
9) Have an appreciation for the experience of families

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