3 NBCC CE hours are available for licensed mental health providers.
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This course provides a comprehensive exploration of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) through the lens of diagnostic criteria, historical developments, and practical assessment tools. Learners will gain an in-depth understanding of the evolution of autism diagnoses, the nuances between different conditions on the spectrum, and how to identify and screen for ASD in clinical and therapeutic settings. By examining DSM criteria, differential diagnoses, and various assessment strategies, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to better understand, diagnose, and support individuals with ASD.
Key Learning Objectives:
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- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- History of the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) diagnoses for autism.
- What happened to Asperger syndrome?
- Autistic disorder vs. Asperger syndrome.
- Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as defined in the current DSM (DSM-5-TR).
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- Common DSM Differential Diagnoses
- Social (pragmatic) communication disorder.
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
- Mental health and personality disorders.
- Non-DSM conditions & culture.
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- Ways to Screen for Possible ASD
- Assessment measures.
- Clues found in a client’s own words.
- What a Diagnostic ASD Evaluation May Look Like
Course Materials
- Prerecorded Video
- Quiz
- Feedback Survey
- Certificate of Completion*
*A passed quiz of at least 80% and a completed feedback survey required for certificate.