Evidence-Based Practices for the Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder

Course Code: REL-ABA-0-EBPTASD

Hours: 1

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2025

Learning Objectives:
Discuss the history of interventions for autism spectrum disorder.
Describe how to evaluate the efficacy of research studies in autism treatment.
Discuss the implications of recent research findings on interventions for individuals with autism.

Outline:
Section 1: Introduction

About This Course

Learning Objectives

Section 2: History of Intervention

Bonnie’s Dilemma

Autism Characteristics

Critical Need for Evidence in Autism Treatment

History of Diagnosis

History of Interventions

An Autism Professional’s Responsibility

Review

Summary

Section 3: Evaluating Efficacy of the Research

What Is Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)?

Selecting Evidence-Based Practices

NCAEP’s Process

The National Standards Project

Categories of Evidence

Review

Summary

Section 4: Research-Based Practices for Individuals with Autism

Recommendations for Interventions

Identified Evidence-Based Practices

Interventions that Show Promise

Interventions to Avoid

A More Informed Approach

Review

Summary

Section 5: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributors

References

Instructor: Gabi Morgan, Ph.D., BCBA-D

Gabi Morgan, Ph.D., BCBA-D is an Assistant Professor in Applied Behavior Analysis at Bay Path University. She received her Doctorate in ABA from Endicott College where her research focused on using time-based schedules to prevent challenging behavior in preschoolers with backgrounds of traumatic events. Over the last 25 years, she has sought to expand her knowledge and practice of ABA in her work with children of all ages and skill levels, their families, and in the training of others in ABA. She is dedicated to the dissemination of ABA and in guiding students of behavior analysis toward meaningful careers and a deeper understanding of the science of behavior.

Staff Writer: Rhonda Davin, Ph.D., BCBA-D

Dr. Rhonda Davin is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst with over 25 years of experience in the fields of developmental disabilities and autism. She has served the field as a teacher, college professor, consultant, and expert witness. She started Behavior Consulting Services which provided direct behavior analytic services to children with autism and their families. She has supervised and mentored several behavior analysts and service providers currently practicing in the field today. Dr. Davin has also provided technical assistance for large-scale organizational change efforts in the area of Positive Behavior Supports.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Behavioral Analyst; in the following settings: Intellectual Developmental Disabilities.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.