Meaningful Curricula to Improve Adult Outcomes for Learners with Autism Spectrum and Related Disorders
Recorded in 2023
Abstract:
Given the consistent demonstration of poor adult outcomes for individuals with autism spectrum and related disorders, it is clear that significant changes when it comes to planning for the transition to adulthood are needed. With time-limited resources and entitlement services available in childhood, it is critical that goals written, and interventions prescribed prior to adulthood are meaningful to effectively prepare each individual for the rest of their life. This presentation will review how practitioners can affect outcomes by adhering to three best practice guidelines, including intentionally choosing what skills to teach, how to teach these skills, and long-term planning.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this presentation, participants will be able to:
1. Understand the need for significant changes in planning prior to the transition to adulthood to improve outcomes, guided by three best practice themes.
2. Recognize the significance of targeting meaningful, socially valid skills using appropriate interventions prior to the adult transition.
3. Identify long-term planning processes critical to a successful transition to adulthood uniquely developed based on the learner’s current age.
