SPE 142 - ASD Behavior Implications

Credits: 3
Lecture Contact Hours: 3
Description: This course is designed to provide an overview of behavior implications for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Students will explore sensory issues in relationship to autism, become familiar with appropriate behavior management strategies that are rooted in respecting the individual, differentiate current theories of behavior strategies and create appropriate behavior monitoring assessments. They also will investigate the laws related to exclusion and restraint for individuals with autism.

Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: ECE 110 or EDUC 110 if not previously taken.
Recommended: SPE 102. Individuals who hold a current or prior teaching certificate may be eligible to waive the corequisite. Discuss options with the department.

Course Category: Occupational
This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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