PSY 6570 - Autism: Etiology, Assessment, and Behavioral Treatment

This is a course for psychology graduate students who intend to work with individuals with autism. The course provides a survey of etiological theories of autism, a review of best practices in diagnosis with accompanying practice in assessment, and an overview of best practices in behavioral treatment of autism. Lectures are supplemented by course projects, invited speakers, and homework exercises that are designed to increase student proficiency in assessing and treating individuals with autism.

Note: Open to graduate students only.

Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: Full-time graduate student status in Psychology

Credits: 3 hours