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ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorders) Chronic Conditions and Integrated Care Model
There are currently no sections open for enrollment.
(0.7 ceu)
7 hours CE credit: BRN, LCSW/MFT, and psychologists
An elective in the Professional Program in Child and Adolescent TreatmentGain an understanding of autism spectrum disorders, and review the current research in the field. Learn the assessment and diagnostic skills you need to work with children and adolescents who are exhibiting signs of autism, and examine some of the most common treatment approaches in treating this chronic disease. You also get an introduction to an integrated care model that is used in a variety of health and mental health settings. This workshop is intended for licensed clinicians, child development professionals, nurses and other allied health professionals involved in the diagnosis and treatment of autistic disorders.
Future-Term Courses and Enrollments
Courses are offered three terms per year: spring, summer, fall. Information about upcoming courses is available when enrollment opens each term.
- Spring term: Enrollment opens in early December. Classes begin in January.
- Summer term: Enrollment opens in early April. Classes begin in June.
- Fall term: Enrollment opens in early July. Classes begin in August.
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Sections Closed for Enrollment:
San Francisco, Sat. May 5, 9 am, 1 meeting
- 1 meeting
- May 5: Sat., 9 am-5 pm
- San Francisco: Room 804, UC Berkeley Extension Downtown Center, 425 Market St., 8th Floor (enter on Fremont St.)
- $205 (EDP 413799)
Maria-Pilar Bernal-Estevez, M.D., is director of Autistic Spectrum Disorders Regional Program, Kaiser Permanente and adjunct clinical professor, Department of Psychiatry, Stanford University. She is currently serving on the Legislative Blue Ribbon Commission on Autism: Task Force on Early Identification and Intervention, the Governor's Office, the State of California as well as the task force on Autistic Spectrum Disorders: Best Practice Guidelines for Effective Interventions, California Department of Developmental Services.