The three courses listed below are designed for individuals who have access to students and want to earn their endorsement in ASD. All courses include field experience and are 80 inservice points.

• Nature, Needs, Assessment and Diagnosis of ASD 
• Augmentative/Alternative Communication Systems and Assistive/Instructional Technology for Students with ASD 
• Applied Behavioral Analysis and Positive Behavior Supports for Students with ASD

Participants will learn to utilize facilitation skills to make meetings run smoothly, efficiently, and collaboratively. Techniques such as use of ground rules and agendas are part of the training, in addition to skills such as active listening skills, conflict resolution and reconciling differences. Participants are taught to understand the various stages of a discussion and how to use theme to build agreements throughout the IEP meeting.

This training is designed for any teaching staff, working with students with disabilities, who develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs). The training addresses all components to building an IEP including the Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP), annual goals, objectives, services, supports and data collection for implementation. In this course we will cover state requirements for developing an IEP.