RAPT Developmental Disabilities - Autism Spectrum Disorder 2024
Jan 2, 2024 - Jan 1, 2025
2 credits
Full course description
Course Introduction
During this course, you will learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and how it impacts children in care. You will discover your role in caring for children on the spectrum, common therapies, and interventions that can be applied at home. Additionally, you will explore educational, community, and state-level supports available to those in the ASD community.
Module Topics
This course covers the following topics:
- Autism Overview
- Communication & Behavioral Challenges
- Physical and Mental Health Needs
- Resources & Support
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Meet the Designers
The Indiana Child Welfare Education & Training Partnership provides high quality social work education and statewide training for public child welfare employees. It provides BSW students with preparation for employment as a Family Case Manager; it allows DCS employees to enroll in the school’s part-time MSW Program; and it provides state-of-the-art training to current DCS employees. This partnership is recognized nationally for its success and for its joint collaborative operation. Due to these efforts, Indiana is now seen as a model for the provision of public services that support children and families.
Contact help4dcs@iu.edu for more information.