Description
This course emphasizes including family members (parents/guardians, grandparents, siblings) in the treatment team for individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Confidentiality, building trusting relationships, the stages of grief and acceptance of the diagnosis, and communication skills will be discussed. Guest speakers with experience with ASD will be invited to the class. Issues raised when working with in-home supports will be explored. Autism spectrum disorder public awareness tools will be shared. Prerequisite: EDU210.