El Paso Community College

ASD Medical Resources

Course Name

ASD Medical Resources

Contact Hours: 5 (an estimated time frame devoted to a course of study from start to finish that can vary from student to student)

Course Description

While there are no medication treatments that treat the core symptoms of autism, there are a wide range of physical and mental-health resources at your disposal. Knowing what is available and what to look for is vital to your child's well-being.

This course of study is designed for parents and caregivers of children diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). While there are no medication treatments that treat the core symptoms of autism, there are a wide range of physical and mental-health resources at your disposal. Knowing what is available and what to look for is vital to your child's well-being. This program is specifically meant to be informative, practical and easy to navigate for adult learners.

As an added bonus, Autism 101 will be included as a complimentary course upon enrollment!

Please note: Course of study may be completed earlier than indicated.

Outcome

Upon successful completion, parents and caregivers will have a better idea of the wide range of physical and mental-health resources at their disposal.

Assessment

This is not a graded course of study and there are no assessments.

Outline

Course Topics:

  •      Autism Diagnosis | Medical VS Educational | Special Education Decoded
  •      Visits to the Doctor and Dentist | Real Life Tips for Kids with Autism
  •      Choosing A Pediatrician
  •      Dental Guide for ASD
  •      Vaccinations & ASD
  •      Vision & ASD
  •      ASD - Probiotics & Gastrointestinal Disorders (GI)
  •      Epilepsy & ASD
  •      Nutrition & ASD
  •      Fitness & ASD
  •      Frequently Asked Questions

Books

All training is delivered online; no additional purchase required.