Autism Spectrum Disorder and Other Low Incidence Disabilities: Understanding and Intervention

This course is a part of:

Associate of Paralegal Studies

Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies

Bachelor of Business Administration

Bachelor of Science in Psychology

This course is to develop an understanding of autism spectrum disorders as well as other low incidence disabilities and acquiring effective preacademic, academic and social interventions to help students learn and participate fully in the classroom. The course provides an overview of autism spectrum disorders, from early childhood through the school age years, the identification and etiology, and best practices in programs and services for students identified with ASD’s, as well as other low incidence disabilities.

Course Learning Outcomes

• Verbally and nonverbally communicate clearly and effectively during speeches; publicly speak more confidently.

• Organize, research, write, deliver, and evaluate basic public speech types.

• Demonstrate visual and computer literacy.