Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) CEU Courses for SLPs

Neurodiversity and assessment tools and strategies for identifying neurodiverse individuals - including those who may be masking - are discussed in this course. Testimony from neurodiverse adults about missed flags in their own evaluations is presented in order to provide further support for the identification process.

This is Part 2 of a two-part series. Speech-language pathologists see children with a variety of communication disorders, often with co-morbid issues such as sensory processing disorder (SPD) and regulatory challenges. The impact of SPD and regulatory difficulties on speech/language skills is discussed, and strategies that support each sensory system in order to coregulate with children during therapy are provided.

This is Part 1 of a two-part series. Speech-language pathologists see children with a variety of communication disorders, often with co-morbid issues such as sensory processing disorder (SPD) and regulatory challenges. The eight sensory systems, behaviors that result from hyperreactive sensory systems, and regulation and regulatory disorders are discussed in this course.

Echolalic speech can reflect a Gestalt learning style that often accompanies hyperlexia and reading comprehension difficulties. This course provides an explanation of echolalia based on this framework, and describes related characteristics common in children with autism. Intervention strategies related to language, literacy, and socialization are also discussed.

Children with autism who have minimal verbal skills present particular communication challenges. This course discusses assessment and intervention strategies to evaluate and increase intentionality of communication, as well as support social interaction and language development in this group of children.

This course provides an overview of contemporary autism research regarding neurodiverse social communication and discusses the practice implications for SLPs. Topics include autistic cultural competence, clinical priorities, client goals, and consideration for outcomes.

This course provides an overview of the Neurodiversity Movement as defined by the movement’s Self-Advocates. It discusses history of the movement, important terminology, and goals, and describes neurodiversity-affirming therapy practices for ally service providers.

This podcast discusses a general framework to use when planning small group therapy that focuses on play and social skills. It describes assessment of social skills and specific social activities that can be modified for autistic learners.

Assessments are necessary for understanding the skill set of the learner, setting goals, and making meaningful progress, but the assessment of autistic students can be challenging. This podcast describes strategies and specific tools for formal, informal and observational assessment of autistic students' communication skills.

This podcast discusses ways to support autistic individuals who are in middle and high school. It describes the importance of shared goals and provides actionable tips and strategies, including methods of data collection, for SLPs supporting this age group.