EDS 56000 Introduction to Family Centered Practices for Early Interventions in Autism, Visual Impairment, Deaf/Hard of Hearing

This course will enable Early Intervention Specialist candidates to gain skills and knowledge to become a valued team member on interdisciplinary early intervention teams and partner with parents as teachers of infants and young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, visual impairments, and deaf/hard of hearing impairments. Topics addressed include roles of infant and toddler health care professionals, family centered practices and family systems, interdisciplinary collaboration, including physician and well chat, support and resources for families and health care professionals, and developing Individual Family Service Plans.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

EDS 50200; EDU 50410 or EDU 54100.

Offered

Spring.