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Course #1037
Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders

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CEUs/PDUs Offered: AOTA/0.15 Introductory, Category 2: Occupational Therapy Process - Evaluation; NBCOT/1.88 Beginner

Course Abstract

The session will assist the therapist in better understanding components of a multidisciplinary evaluation of children with ASD.

Course Learning Outcomes Preview Exam

  • As a result of this Continuing Education Activity, readers will be able to identify appropriate measures for evaluating children with ASD.
  • As a result of this Continuing Education Activity, readers will be able to identify strengths and weaknesses of common standardized measures when evaluating this population.
  • As a result of this Continuing Education Activity, readers will be able to select how to use information from ADOS/ADI-R to describe key behaviors in therapy reports.
  • As a result of this Continuing Education Activity, readers will be able to identify components of a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation for ASD.

Time-ordered Agenda

0-15 Minutes Intro and Brief overview of Autism
15-30 Minutes Warning signs of an autism spectrum disorder
30-50 Minutes Components of a diagnostic evaluation for an autism spectrum disorder "Best Practice"
50-70 Minutes Review of ASD and specific assessments, strengths and weaknesses
70-90 Minutes Q & A

Average Rating +++++ (14 Reviews)

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Review by: Member on Sat Sep 10 2011
Very useful information on diagnosing autism.
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Review by: Member on Tue Sep 27 2011
Interesting material.
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Review by: Member on Mon Oct 10 2011
It provided a positive and organized learning experience.
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Review by: Member on Tue Jan 24 2012
I think i would have liked to have a little more OT specific activities for screening discussed in the course. It was good and I did learn a lot but i'd like to hear a bit more info from an OT perspective.
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Review by: Member on Wed Mar 7 2012
Great speaker. Very organized and informative.
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Review by: Member on Sun Jan 15 2012
This corse was very relevant in working with the pediatric population
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Review by: Member on Thu Jan 12 2012
The presenter was extremely well versed in ASD dx, evaluation and treatment.
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Review by: Member on Sat Feb 11 2012
organized, easy to follow, eplanations were simple and to the point.
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Review by: Member on Sun Jan 22 2012
It was useful learning about the assessments that other members of the team use in diagnosing ASD.
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Review by: Member on Sun Feb 5 2012
good info
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Review by: Member on Mon Apr 16 2012
So much beneficial information and reminders about working with those with a diagnosis on the autism spectrum.
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Review by: Member on Wed Mar 7 2012
Great information!
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Review by: Member on Mon Mar 19 2012
very specific and detailed information.
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Review by: Member on Thu May 3 2012
very concise explanation of assessments and statistics dealing with this diagnosis

Course Information

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This course was originally produced by our affiliate company, SpeechPathology.com

Course Presenter

donna s murray

Donna S. Murray, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Donna Murray, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, is Assistant Professor of Clinical Pediatrics, Director of Clinical Services, Division of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, and Co-Director of the Kelly O'Leary Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center where is a member of the diagnostic and treatment team. She has a joint faculty appointment in the department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Cincinnati where she teaches a graduate level class in autism spectrum disorders. Her current research interests include diagnosis of ASD, social skills development in children with HFA/Asperger Syndrome, joint attention and language in children with autism spectrum disorders. Dr. Murray is a frequent presenter on the topic of autism spectrum disorders at the regional, state and national level. Dr. Murray has over 20 years of clinical experience in the diagnosis and treatment of children within the autism spectrum. She is past co-president and board member of the Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati. Dr. Murray earned her B.S. degree in communication disorders from Eastern Kentucky University, her M.S. degree in speech pathology from the University of Louisville and her Ph.D. degree in communication sciences and disorders from the University of Cincinnati.

Continuing Education Information

CEUs/PDUs Offered: AOTA/0.15 Introductory, Category 2: Occupational Therapy Process - Evaluation; NBCOT/1.88 Beginner
Passing an online exam will be required to earn continuing education credit.
Please note: CEU tests must be passed within 30 days of the event.
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American Occupational Therapy Association




OccupationalTherapy.com is an approved CE provider by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). This course is offered for 0.15 CEUs. Courses approved by AOTA are accepted by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Certificate Renewal program. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.
National Board for Certification in Occupational TherapyOccupationalTherapy.com is a NBCOT Professional Development Provider. This course is offered for 1.88 NBCOT PDUs.

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