The course is designed to expose candidates to the basic foundations for understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder from past to present. Candidates will learn a range of strategies for classroom success, including decreasing problem behaviours, using visual strategies and focusing on evidence-based pedagogy leading to student success. Candidates will have opportunities to examine the processes of exceptional student identification and IEP development, including transition plans.
Prerequisites:
- Certificate of Qualification and Registration or Interim Certificate of Qualification and Registration (ICQR) or ICQR (Limited) with the Ontario College of Teachers
- Basic Qualifications in Primary or Junior divisions or Intermediate or Senior divisions in general studies.