This course is intended for psychological associates and psychologists only. The diagnostic criteria for Pervasive Developmental Disorders/Autism Spectrum Disorders will be reviewed as well as assessment practices to determine whether or not children and adolescents meet the criteria. Participants will practice with case studies and group discussion and will be required to submit a summary of the diagnostic process for a child with whom they work. There will also be an emphasis on functional behavioural assessment.

Strategies to address the most common assessment issues will be reviewed as will strategies to address the presenting issues of children/adolescents with autism.

AIC Level 2 Social Skills - GCA - July 2011