In response to the growing prevalence of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) in recent years, Chesapeake College’s Division of Continuing Education and Workforce Training is offering training to professionals and community members who interact with those affected by ASD. The next course offered will start on September 25 and is entitled, “Autism: Behavior as a Form of Communication”. This course will provide participants with a better understanding of behaviors exhibited by those on the Autism Spectrum as well as data to determine the cause and replacement behavior.

Additional courses will be offered starting in January entitled “Understanding Autism”, “Communication Skills for Autism”, and “Meeting the Social & Sensory Needs of Autism”. Continuing education credit will be available for Licensed Counselors, Therapists, Psychologists, Social Workers and Child Care Workers.

For more information, please contact Marci Leach at 410-827-5833 or mleach@chesapeake.edu.