Autism

ADEPT (Autism Distance Education Parent Training) Interactive Learning

ADEPT (Entrenamiento en Autismo para Padres. Educación a la Distancia) Aprendizaje Interactivo

Web Address: http://ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/mindinstitute/centers/cedd/cedd_adept.html
What is the ADEPT?
- Autism Distance Education Parent Training (ADEPT) Interactive Learning is a series of educational videos and online training modules produced by the Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (CEDD) at the UC Davis MIND Institute.
- There are two self-paced modules, with 10 lessons each.
- Modules are available in Spanish and English.
What does the ADEPT provide?
- ADEPT provides caregivers with tools and training to:
  - teach functional skills
  - support positive behavior for their child with autism
Is it free? Yes.
Look for:
- Module 1: Strategies for Teaching Functional Skills
- Módulo 1: Estrategias para Enseñar Habilidades Funcionales
- Module 2: Positive Behavior Strategies for Your Child with Autism
- Módulo 2: Estrategias de Comportamiento Positivo para su Hijo con Autismo
Note: This interactive training requires Adobe Flash to run.

Web Address: http://afirm.fpg.unc.edu/afirm-modules
What is AFIRM?
- Free series of online learning modules to help you learn about evidence based practices (EBPs) with learners with ASD from birth to 22 years of age.
What does AFIRM provide?
- Information for caregivers, educators, and clinicians to learn components of EBP that can be used with learners with ASD.
- Each module teaches step-by-step processes for applying what you have learned, and resources you can download and customize.
- Each module offers an option to earn a free professional development certificate.
Is it free?
- Yes, this is a free resource provided by the National Professional Development Center (NPDC) on ASD.

Web Address: captain.ca.gov
What is CAPTAIN?
- " The California Autism Professional Training and Information Network (CAPTAIN) is a cross agency network developed to support the understanding and use of evidence based practices (EBPs) for individuals affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) across the state of California." - CAPTAIN
What does CAPTAIN provide?
- An easy to navigate directory of reliable web based materials and resources about Autism Spectrum Disorders and Evidenced Based Practices (EBPs).
- Reliable resources to learn about ASD and interventions for ASD supported by science, including:
  - Autism Fact Sheets
  - Effective Early Childhood Transitions Guide
  - Free educational videos and online training modules for parents, educators, and clinicians
CAPTAIN Links to Checkout:
- CAPTAIN resources
- CAPTAIN EBP Trainings
Is it free?
- Yes, information posted on the CAPTAIN site is available for free.

Web Address: coursera.org/learn/autism-spectrum-disorder
What is the resource?
- An online course created by the University of California, Davis.
- The course is accessible on your computer or through a mobile device using the Coursera app.
What does the course provide?
- The course provides learners with information about:
  - the characteristics of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
  - the impact of ASD on development from birth to adulthood
  - information about evidence-based practices for intervention
- Is it free?
  - If you choose to audit the course for free, you will get access to course materials.
    - All users will be asked to make a Coursera account.
  - If the user would like to receive official recognition for their work (e.g., course certificate), then they may choose to pay for the course.
    - Paying for the course gives the user access to all features and content:
      - graded materials
      - final grade
      - shareable Course Certificate
      - Financial aid is available.

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