- How the DSM and IDEA define autism
- Adverse impact/Clinically significant impairment in functioning
- Not a cookbook: A special note on Social (pragmatic) Communication Disorder
- Over fifty years of “If I don’t see it then it doesn’t count”
- Relying on data from boys and men – creating the gender gap
- Common myths of autism evaluation versus reality
- Get beyond the mask and recognize canned language and scripting
- Assessing functional skills and support needs
- Increasing recognition of autism in girls and women
Unlock the Ability
to Help Every Student with Autism Reach Their Full Potential
Making sure every student is understood and supported is at the heart of effective learning.
But with students with autism, it can be hard to know where to start.
Communication can be tricky. Disruptive or withdrawn behavior can get in the way of learning—not just for them, but for the whole class. And trying to figure out how to collaborate with parents, colleagues, and specialists to make sure everyone is on the same page? Well, it can feel overwhelming even for experienced educators.
But What if You Could...
- Walk into your classroom every day with a clear plan for giving your students with autism the best chance to succeed?
- Know exactly how to address challenging behaviors, support communication, and create an environment where all students thrive?
- Feel empowered to work alongside colleagues and parents to build a support system that meets the needs of every student?
This Training is the Key to Unlocking That Skill and Confidence.
Led by an interdisciplinary faculty of specialists, including special educators, psychologists and speech and language pathologists who have decades of experience working with autistic students, this program will equip you with the right knowledge, the right tools, and the right support so you can give every student the best chance reach their full potential.
Whether you work in an elementary, middle school or high school setting, this program is a gamechanger…sure to leave you better prepared to help all learners succeed.
This course
includes:
- Up to 11.25 CE hours
- Unlimited access to all video modules
- Complete set of downloadable materials
- FREE bonus training with Temple Grandin
- FREE Certification
$749.94
Value
Just $99.99!
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Plus, you’ll end this training as a Certified Autism Informed Professional*, highlighting your expanded knowledge in autism support and setting you apart as a trusted resource in your school or district.
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Autism Certification for School-Based Professionals:
An Intensive Training for Teachers, Special Educators, School Counselors and More
$749.94 Value
Just $99.99 Today — Unbelievable Savings!
An Intensive Training for Teachers, Special Educators, School Counselors and More
$749.94 Value
Just $99.99 Today — Unbelievable Savings!
Plus, earn up to 11.25 CE Hours included in the course tuition.
Click here for Credit details | Click here for course objectives and outline
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Today 1 in 36 Children are on
The Autism Spectrum…
If You Work in a School Setting, You Need This Training
If You Work in a School Setting, You Need This Training
This isn’t just theory—this program is designed for educators in real classrooms, facing real challenges.
In 4 easy-to-follow video modules you can watch at your own pace, you’ll gain practical knowledge and strategies and walk away empowered to make immediate, positive changes for the students you work with.
What you’ll gain:
- More Meaningful Connections: Gain a deep understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) so you can identify the unique needs and strengths of each student. When you truly understand autism, you can create more meaningful connections.
- Effective Behavior Strategies: Get dozens of proven techniques to manage challenging behaviors in the classroom, improve communication, and foster positive learning experiences. You'll feel confident in your ability to manage the classroom and give every student a chance to thrive.
- Actionable Classroom Tools: Walk away with practical strategies you can apply immediately—whether it's developing individualized learning plans or creating sensory-friendly spaces to help your students stay focused and engaged.
- Stronger Collaboration: Learn how to effectively collaborate with parents, colleagues, and specialists to create a consistent support system for students with autism. Together, you can build a unified approach that ensures long-term success.
Here’s What
School-Based
Professionals Are Saying About This
Course:
"Lots of good strategies I can
easily implement."
— Lauri N.
— Lauri N.
"Addressed REAL situations and
problems!"
— Olga K.
— Olga K.
"I will use this information in my
classroom and at home with my
son."
— Mary V.
— Mary V.
"Terrific suggestions for visual
schedules, timers, social stories,
and social scripts, many of which
I've used."
— Lisa S.
— Lisa S.
"Love this course!"
— Christy C.
— Christy C.
"I love how Dr. Coolhart works in
the field and was able to provide
information, theories, and steps
that I can actually utilize in
session."
— Catherine B., Social Worker
— Catherine B., Social Worker
"Dr. Dunlop simplifies complex
psychological theory into bitesize
chunks, and writes in a really kind
and engaging way. Cannot recommend
enough!"
—John D.,Psychologist
—John D.,Psychologist
"Dr. Alex Iantaffi is a
values-driven, hard working person
whose expertise and vision have
inspired me to do better work
serving bisexual and other
non-monosexual
populations."
— Lauren B.
— Lauren B.
Autism Certification for School-Based Professionals:
An Intensive Training for Teachers, Special Educators, School Counselors and More
$749.94 Value
Just $99.99 Today — Unbelievable Savings!
An Intensive Training for Teachers, Special Educators, School Counselors and More
$749.94 Value
Just $99.99 Today — Unbelievable Savings!
Plus, earn up to 11.25 CE Hours included in the course tuition.
Click here for Credit details | Click here for course objectives and outline
Click here for Credit details | Click here for course objectives and outline
The Certified Autism-Informed Professional Curriculum
The expert led, self-paced program you need to understand autistic students, connect
with them and set them up to thrive in school and in life.
Module 1: Understanding and Identifying Autism Spectrum Disorder
Ruth Aspy, PhD and Barry Grossman, PhD
In this first module, you’ll join psychologists Dr. Ruth Aspy and Dr. Barry Grossman as they help you identify and better understand the behaviors and characteristics of people with autism throughout the lifespan and dive deeper into the under identification of girls, women and those considered “high-functioning.” You'll learn about functional skills in the areas of communication, social, sensory processing, and motor skills; how they might differ for students with ASD, and what those differences can look like. Plus, you’ll explore the common challenges that often accompany autism, like sleep problems and behavioral concerns. By the end of this module, you'll have a deeper understanding of autism that will help you feel more prepared to support your students with confidence.
In this first module, you’ll join psychologists Dr. Ruth Aspy and Dr. Barry Grossman as they help you identify and better understand the behaviors and characteristics of people with autism throughout the lifespan and dive deeper into the under identification of girls, women and those considered “high-functioning.” You'll learn about functional skills in the areas of communication, social, sensory processing, and motor skills; how they might differ for students with ASD, and what those differences can look like. Plus, you’ll explore the common challenges that often accompany autism, like sleep problems and behavioral concerns. By the end of this module, you'll have a deeper understanding of autism that will help you feel more prepared to support your students with confidence.
Module 2: De-Escalate Meltdowns and Defuse Explosive Behaviors
Joe’l Farrar, M.Ed., SLP, Certified Special Education
Teacher
Children and adolescents with autism sometimes spiral into explosive behaviors. It can feel overwhelming when a student becomes willful, overreactive, or disengaged. And before you know it, they’re in the middle of a meltdown that seems impossible to stop. In this module, you’ll get practical, proven strategies to help you de-escalate tough situations before they turn into a full meltdown and ways to teach kids to manage their emotions, develop self-control, and build positive behaviors. You’ll end this session feeling more equipped to help your students stay calm, focused, and in control.
Children and adolescents with autism sometimes spiral into explosive behaviors. It can feel overwhelming when a student becomes willful, overreactive, or disengaged. And before you know it, they’re in the middle of a meltdown that seems impossible to stop. In this module, you’ll get practical, proven strategies to help you de-escalate tough situations before they turn into a full meltdown and ways to teach kids to manage their emotions, develop self-control, and build positive behaviors. You’ll end this session feeling more equipped to help your students stay calm, focused, and in control.
- Easy-to-use sensory tools and apps to calm
- Classroom structure for optimal learning
- Visual cues, music, and software designed to increase attention and focus
- High interest areas to strengthen motivation and engagement
- Visual reminders for routines and predictability
- Visual structures to promote organization
- Video modeling, social stories, social scripts, emotions charts to develop self-control
- Tools that promote self-monitoring of behavior
- Power cards and visual checklists as powerful incentives to change behavior
- Social scripts and social stories to develop social interaction
- First-person stories for positive behavior changes and affirmations
- Recognize the warning signs of a meltdown in order to prevent it
- Techniques for after the meltdown
- Demonstration video of child having a meltdown
- Appropriate and meaningful replacement behaviors for physical aggression
- Instructional consequences for a meltdown
Module 3: Interventions for Students with Learning Differences and "Outside
the Box"
Thinkers
Sharon Saline, PsyD
Students with learning differences often struggle in environments that weren’t designed for their needs. In this module, Psychologist Dr. Sharon Saline offers practical strategies so you can better identify the learning challenges of each student, boost their motivation, improve their organization and time management skills and much more. Packed with actionable tools, you’ll end this section of the course feeling more equipped to support and empower students with learning differences.
Students with learning differences often struggle in environments that weren’t designed for their needs. In this module, Psychologist Dr. Sharon Saline offers practical strategies so you can better identify the learning challenges of each student, boost their motivation, improve their organization and time management skills and much more. Packed with actionable tools, you’ll end this section of the course feeling more equipped to support and empower students with learning differences.
- Who are Alternative Learners?
- Issues related to unequal access for services and learning.
- What the research tells us about alternative learners and related diagnoses
- How to identify Executive Functioning skill deficits
- Strategies to improve EF skills at home and school
- Motivation, procrastination, and disorganization
- Interventions for Virtual and In-Classroom Education
- Parent v. student roles with homework, responsibility, and monitoring
- Reduce conflict and improve connection within families
- Tools for collaboration, consistency and communication
Module 4: Social Skills Intervention for Students on the Spectrum
Jay Berk, PhD
In this session, autism expert Jay Berk, PhD, addresses the social skills challenges students with autism face, especially in the wake of the pandemic and the rise of digital communication. As a school-based professional, you’ll learn strategies to help students navigate both online and in-person interactions, manage their intense interests, and understand social cues more effectively. Dr. Berk also covers how to help students adapt their behavior in different social settings, whether it’s in the classroom, small groups, or one-on-one.
In this session, autism expert Jay Berk, PhD, addresses the social skills challenges students with autism face, especially in the wake of the pandemic and the rise of digital communication. As a school-based professional, you’ll learn strategies to help students navigate both online and in-person interactions, manage their intense interests, and understand social cues more effectively. Dr. Berk also covers how to help students adapt their behavior in different social settings, whether it’s in the classroom, small groups, or one-on-one.
- The Unique Social Challenges Clients with Autism Face Today
- The pandemic and digital world’s impact on social skills acquisition
- Specific skills individual with autism need to learn in this new world
- Navigate social interactions online and in person, in any setting
- Use “in person” approaches from “on-line” responses to social situations
- Effectively manage their preservation of high-interest areas
- Reduce misinterpretation of social cues
- Understand appropriate/inappropriate content for discussion topics
FREE BONUS SESSION with DR. TEMPLE GRANDIN
When you register now, you’ll get a FREE bonus session with Dr. Temple
Grandin,
world-renowned autism advocate, professor and author of multiple
best-selling
books including Different Not Less and Autism and Education The Way I
See It:
What Parents and Teachers Need to Know.
Dr. Grandin lectures to parents and teachers throughout the U.S. and her
articles and interviews have appeared in New York Times, People, Time,
National
Public Radio, 20/20, The View, and the BBC. She was also honored in Time
Magazine's 2010 “The 100 Most Influential People in the World.”
In this enlightening session, Dr. Grandin covers a variety of topics,
like
teaching basic life skills, exposing autistic students to career options
before
high school, the brain-gut connection and much more!
EARN YOUR CERTIFICATION AT NO ADDITIONAL COST
This training gives you ALL the education PLUS COVERS ALL YOUR CERTIFICATION FEES to become a Certified Autism-Informed Professional* through Evergreen Certifications.
-
Step 1: Watch this online course.
Step 2: Complete the continuing education quiz and instantly print your certificate of completion.
Step 3: Submit the Certification application.
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Autism Certification for School-Based Professionals:
An Intensive Training for Teachers, Special Educators, School Counselors and More
$749.94 Value
Just $99.99 Today — Unbelievable Savings!
An Intensive Training for Teachers, Special Educators, School Counselors and More
$749.94 Value
Just $99.99 Today — Unbelievable Savings!
Frequently Asked Questions
This course is designed for educators working in school settings, including teachers, special educators, school counselors, and other school-based professionals. It’s ideal for anyone looking to better support students with autism in the classroom and beyond.
This training is uniquely designed for school-based professionals, with practical, real-world strategies that can be implemented immediately. The course is taught by a team of experienced specialists—special educators, psychologists, and speech pathologists—giving you a well-rounded, evidence-based approach to supporting students with autism.
Yes! This training is designed for both beginners and experienced educators. The course starts with foundational concepts about autism and progressively covers more advanced strategies, making it accessible to educators at any level.
The course is entirely online and consists of 4 easy-to-follow video modules. You can watch the videos at your own pace, making it flexible to fit your schedule.
It takes around 13 hours to complete all four modules and the bonus module. Because it’s self-paced, you can take as long as you need, or even go back and watch parts again if you’d like
Upon completing all course modules, you will receive instructions on how to apply for your certification through Evergreen Certifications. The process is simple, and once your application is approved, you will receive your certification plus a digital badge that you can share on your social media profiles. Full certification requirements and details can be found at .
The Next Steps in Your Professional Development Journey
Watch your email for your order confirmation and get instant access to over 12 hours of engaging video training.
Review the course materials at your own pace and convenience! You'll have unlimited access to all course videos and materials online forever. Plus, use the СƵ Mobile app to access the course content on-the-go, wherever and whenever you want on your mobile devices.
Instantly collaborate with other professionals through interactive message boards. You'll be part of a community of school-based professionals all focused on working with students on the spectrum. It’s a valuable opportunity to share insight, experiences, tips and more.
Complete the easy-to-follow steps to get certified when you finish the training, post-tests and evaluations.
Autism Certification for School-Based Professionals:
An Intensive Training for Teachers, Special Educators, School Counselors and More
$749.94 Value
Just $99.99 Today — Unbelievable Savings!
An Intensive Training for Teachers, Special Educators, School Counselors and More
$749.94 Value
Just $99.99 Today — Unbelievable Savings!
Plus, earn up to 11.25 CE Hours included in the course tuition.
Click here for Credit details | Click here for course objectives and outline
Click here for Credit details | Click here for course objectives and outline
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