Respite Care for People with Autism |
This course has been designed to provide training for people who are providing "hands on" respite care to individuals who have autism. In this self-paced online course you will learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and understand how people with ASD experience the world.
Course Outline: Module 1 – Your Roles as a Respite Worker Module 2 - Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Module 3 - Communication Module 4 - Social Interaction and Play Module 5 - The Unique World of ASD Module 6 - Strategies for Positive and Enriching Respite Care
Learning Objectives: Describe the role of a respite support provider Identify qualities that families look for in a respite provider Define ASD and explain why it is called a spectrum disorder Give examples of communication challenges in ASD Describe several techniques to encourage social interaction skills Create meaningful activities for a person with ASD Ways to reduce anxiety in a person with ASD Explain the concept of predictable function Develop strategies for positive and enriching respite care
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