Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: SLP Overview and Interventions
Hours: 1.50
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 1 in 54 children in the United States has autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This continuing education module is designed to help speech-language pathologists (SLPs) understand how to integrate traditional and alternative therapies for the best possible outcomes. Interventions as diverse as diet, applied behavior analysis (ABA), video modeling, and medication are explored. Behavioral interventions and social skills training are honed for use in the classroom and SLP office. New methods for handling behavioral challenges are described.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 1 in 54 children in the United States has autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This continuing education module is designed to help speech-language pathologists (SLPs) understand how to integrate traditional and alternative therapies for the best possible outcomes. Interventions as diverse as diet, applied behavior analysis (ABA), video modeling, and medication are explored. Behavioral interventions and social skills training are honed for use in the classroom and SLP office. New methods for handling behavioral challenges are described.
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
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Intermediate Level
0.15 ASHA CEUs
Kansas Health Department of Aging and Disability Services (Speech)
Approved for 1.50 continuing education clock hours for Kansas Speech Pathologists and Audiologists by the Kansas Department of Aging and Disability. Long Term Sponsorship number LTS-S1057. This activity is approved for 1.50 contact hours.
Identify new and effective methods for teaching social skills in the context of speech therapy.
Define techniques designed to empower the child with self-management skills.
Describe techniques to address challenging behavior in the child with ASD, including using peers as advocates.
Describe the evidence of dietary interventions to treat autism.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder
Prevalence
Causes
Definition and Diagnosis
Symptoms
Review
Current Research
Summary
Section 3: Treatment Considerations and Some Approaches
General Considerations
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
Technology-Based Interventions
Sensory-Based/Sensory-Motor Treatments
Review
Summary
Section 4: Behavioral Intervention Approaches
Behavioral Issues
Overview of Behavioral Interventions
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Naturalistic Behavioral Approaches
Review
Summary
Section 5: Relationship-Based and Social Communication Interventions
Relationship-Based Interventions
Social Communication Interventions
Review
Summary
Susan Almon-Matangos, MS/CCC-SLP, is a certified and licensed speech-language pathologist with over 30 years of experience. She obtained her bachelor's degree in psychology from Jacksonville State University and her Master of Science degree in speech-language pathology from The University of Alabama. She worked with clients of all ages and a variety of diagnostic conditions in school, hospital, skilled nursing facility, outpatient clinic, and home health settings. In her previous role as a national clinical director for a large contract therapy company, she created training programs for physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology related to the clinical rehabilitation needs of older adults in post-acute care. She currently draws upon her expertise in her role at Relias as Lead Subject Matter Expert Writer for Speech-Language Pathology. She is a certified member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the Pennsylvania Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Disclosure: Susan Almon-Matangos, MS/CCC-SLP discloses the following potential conflict of interests/commercial interests: Relevant Financial Relationship with Relias LLC as a Salaried Employee All of the relationships listed for this individual have been mitigated.Relevant Non-Financial Relationship with No Entities Exists as a Contributor All of the relationships listed for this individual have been mitigated.Expert Reviewer: Louanne Waldron, M.S., CCC-SLP
Louanne received both her M.A. in Communicative Disorders and her M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Alabama. She has over 18 years of experience in clinical settings including pediatric and adult outpatient, skilled nursing facilities, public schools, private schools, home health, and acute care. She has held multiple leadership roles with direct impact on clinical training and oversight of Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Speech-Language Pathologists. She has focused extensive study in the area of diagnostics and treatment of Dysphagia as well as treating patients with multiple complexities.
Disclosure: Louanne Waldron, M.S., CCC-SLP has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.
The target audience for this course is: Intermediate level Speech and Language Pathologists; in the following settings: Rehabilitation Settings.
Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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