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The social and communication challenges facing children and young adults on the autism spectrum become more complex during the transition from child to teen to young adult. This workshop session is to enable speech-language pathologists, as well as others assisting youth on the spectrum, to develop a better understanding of these challenges and to build a stronger repertoire of professional responses. First, after reviewing some of the difficult aspects of the transition years, the presenter will show ways to adapt younger-child social skills teaching strategies for older youth. Next, he will introduce several free resources developed for teens and young adults. This session will also address cultural and linguistic aspects of learning differences, provide ideas for adaptations to accommodate specific disabilities as well as meet student needs in inclusive settings. *This session will satisfy the DEi requirements for the maintenance of ASHA certification. 

This is a virtual event utilizing the Zoom platform. Participants are not required to create a zoom account. A computer set-up must include internet and camera capabilities. Participants will receive a Zoom link via email to join prior to the session. Check “My Account” on the registration page to ensure your email address in the ESC6 registration system is correct. Check-in is recommended 10 - 15 minutes prior to the start time of the event to allow entry into the session.

For content related questions, please contact Ana Deter at adeter@esc6.net or 936.435.8247.

For technology related questions please contact Morgan Clow at ivcteam@esc6.net or 936.435.8273.

For registration related questions, please contact Kathy Cook at kcook@esc6.net or 936.435.8295.