Interdisciplinary Assessment for Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Web Address: Interdisciplinary Assessment for Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Grantee Institution: University of Vermont
MCH Training Program: Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Other Related Disabilities (LEND)
Product Category: Training Materials and Strategies
Product Contact(s):
Stephen H. Contompasis
The University of Vermont and State Agricultural College, Ira Allen School Trinity Campus, Burlington, VT 05405
(802) 656-3187
Email: stephen.contompasis@uvm.edu
Product Description
An interdisciplinary model for the assessment of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) that includes families as active participants and collaborators in the process. Family-centered care, cultural competence, and a strengths perspective provide the theoretical foundation for the assessment model. Source: Prelock, P.A., Beatson, J., Bitner, B., Broder, C., & Ducker, A. (2003). Language, Speech and Hearing Services in Schools, 34 (3), 194-202.