Course Code: REL-ABA-0-HIANCPR
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Identify issues associated with puberty and individuals with autism.
Describe strategies for assisting individuals with autism in developing healthy relationships with peers.
Describe strategies for teaching individuals with autism how to engage in safe sexual relationships
Outline:
Section 1: Puberty and Autism Spectrum Disorders
Puberty Brings Change
The Impact of Puberty on Children with Autism
Strategies for Addressing Body Changes
Addressing Menstruation
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Healthy Peer Relationships and Autism
Relationship Changes
Targeting Relationship Skills
Sexual and Gender Identity
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Supporting Safe Sexual Relationships and Autism
Knowledge is Important
What Behavior Analysts Need to Know
Key Takeaways
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Writer: Rhonda Davin, Ph.D., BCBA-D
Dr. Rhonda Davin is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst with over 25 years of experience in the fields of developmental disabilities and autism. She has served the field as a teacher, college professor, consultant, and expert witness. She started Behavior Consulting Services which provided direct behavior analytic services to children with autism and their families. She has supervised and mentored several behavior analysts and service providers currently practicing in the field today. Dr. Davin has also provided technical assistance for large-scale organizational change efforts in the area of Positive Behavior Supports.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Behavioral Analyst; in the following settings: Intellectual Developmental Disabilities: Agency.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.