Tri-State Webinar: Early Identification of Autism Spectrum Disorder: Part 1 of 2

Webinar Description:

In this webinar, participants will learn the importance of identifying autism symptoms in early childhood rather than adopting a “wait and see” approach. Early emerging symptoms of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in young boys and girls across the domains of social, communication, and flexibility will be discussed as well as how to differentiate between ASD, a global developmental delay and a speech-language impairment in young children.

In Part 2, Dr. Hepburn will discuss key elements of an evaluation for autism spectrum disorder in young children. She will compare the strengths and weaknesses of three evidence-based assessment tools and how family culture and language can affect the evaluation process. Additionally, Dr. Hepburn will demonstrate how to differentiate between autism spectrum disorder, lack of social experience, trauma, and attachment problems

Learner Objectives:

After attending this webinar participants will:

• Explain why it’s important to identify autism symptoms in early childhood and not adopt a “wait and see” approach
• Identify several early emerging symptoms of ASD in young boys and girls across three different domains of functioning (social, communication, flexibility)
• Explain how to differentiate between ASD, a global developmental delay (or intellectual disability), and a speech-language impairment in young children.

Presenter Information:

Susan Hepburn is a Professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies at Colorado State University and a licensed clinical psychologist. She is actively engaged in teaching at the university and consulting in schools on educational identification and intervention for students with autism spectrum disorders. She is collaborating with community partners to establish a clinic on the CSU campus which will provide evaluations, consultation, and direct support to persons with ASD and their families.

Certificate of Completion:

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The webinars are listed by category and alphabetical order. The category for this webinar is assessment.