Autism
Autism is a profound developmental disability that can severely impair a child’s abilities. Students with autism have unique abilities and needs which require special considerations in designing, implementing and evaluating their educational programs. Educators need a better understanding of the educational approaches and program structures that are effective for these students.
The prevalence of autism has been steadily increasing, from 3,443 school age students identified with autism in 1995 to 5,142 in 1998. This increase may be due to a number of factors, including but not limited to better diagnostic procedures and earlier diagnosis and greater awareness of the autism disorders.
While much is now known about autism and the benefits of early diagnosis and appropriate education, widespread practice of effective educational interventions has yet to follow. In New York State, significant efforts are being made to address the unique needs of children with autism.
Upcoming Conferences
- Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) - University
at Albany - 8th
Annual Conference - Friday, October 30, 2009, Desmond Hotel,
Albany NY
(781.26 KB) - CARD Rochester - Autism Conference, Wednesday,
October 28, 2009, Country Party House, East Rochester NY
(2.51 MB)
Autism Training Providers
- Regulations
Regarding Course Work in Autism ( Memo 4/09, 62.51 KB)
- Application to become an approved provider of training in the needs of children with Autism
- Syllabus
and Outline
(445.51 KB)
- Syllabus
and Outline
(281 KB)
- Syllabus
and Outline
- Listing
of Approved Providers
(92.5 KB)
Conference on Autism
The Regents VESID Committee met regarding Autism on April 10,
2008 at CW Post College of Long Island University.
(Windows
Media Player Files)
(281 KB)
Introduction (2:48) | Part 1 (1:19:38) | Part 2 (1:03:38)
Center for Autism
and Related Disorders (CARD) at the State University of Albany
- Effective Practices in Educational Programs for School-Age Students with Autism
- Brochure - Identifying Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder - Information for Physicians ad Primary Health Care Providers (7/02)
- Autism Program Quality Indicators (APQI)
- Teacher and Paraprofessional Training on Autism
- Effective Practices in Education Programs for Students with Autism
- Availability and Effectiveness of Preschool Programs for Children with Autism
- Early Identification and Services