Navigating Evidence-Based Practices for Assessment and Intervention in ASD

Presented by: Danielle Liso, Ph.D., BCBA-D & Ann-Marie Orlando, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Hosted by: UF-Gainesville CARD

Professional Development Description:

During these six two-hour sessions, participants will engage in learning activities designed to increase knowledge of contemporary screening and diagnostic procedures in ASD, how evidence-based practices are defined, and how to be critical consumers of evidence-based practices.

Participants who attend four or more sessions will receive the 2015 publication of Findings and Conclusions: National Standards Project, Phase 2.

Week #1 - Features of Autism Spectrum Disorder – During the first session of this six part series, participants will learn about the core deficits and common associated features of ASD. The session also addresses the impact of ASD features on learning, independent living, and quality of life.

Week #2 - Screening and Diagnosis of ASD – Participants will discuss the features and limitations of commonly used screening and diagnostic tools. The impact of ASD features on assessment and interpretation of results will also be addressed.

Week #3 - Defining Evidence-based Practice – In this session, the presenters will lead a discussion of the meaning of evidence-based practices and the processes used in determining EBPs in ASD.

Week #4 - Defining Unestablished, Promising, and Established Practices – Participants will learn about EBPs in ASD and have an opportunity to apply the evaluative process to a variety of research-based practices.

Week #5 - Charting a Course for the Future – Participants will learn about ways to incorporate EBPs into IEP goals and objectives, transition plans, and person-centered plans.

Week #6 - Team application of EBP’s to Case Studies – During this session, participants will work in teams to develop plans for using EBPs with students with ASD who have varying ages and severity levels. This exercise will apply to their current student caseload.

*Must register for each session you plan to attend separately.