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Autism Added Authorization

Autism Added Authorization . Mary Dolan, Program Director Tom Leveron, Program Coordinator Los Angeles County Office of Education Beginning Teacher Programs (562) 803-8473. Credentials are Constantly Evolving. Credentials are redesigned over time Current effective classroom practice

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Autism Added Authorization

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  1. AutismAdded Authorization Mary Dolan, Program DirectorTom Leveron, Program Coordinator Los Angeles County Office of EducationBeginning Teacher Programs(562) 803-8473

  2. Credentials are Constantly Evolving • Credentials are redesigned over time • Current effective classroom practice • credential authorizations evolve to better serve student needs • Credentials are becoming more specific/targeted • Currently all credential programs are being redesigned • Similar case - EL Learners

  3. Understanding California Credentialing…

  4. Total of 9 Added Authorizations • Autism Spectrum Disorder • Deaf-Blind • Emotional Disturbance • Orthopedic Impartment • Other Health Impairment • Traumatic Brain Injury • Adaptive Physical Education • Resource Specialist • Early Childhood Education

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  6. ASD Program Options University/College Program On-line (Project Optimal) LACOE Project Impact

  7. “How can LACOEbest assist teachers in meeting these requirements in a timely manner?” • Cost • Time • Location • Scheduling

  8. How much is this going to cost LACOE? • Transcript Evaluation Fee - $50 • Introduction to ASD - $200 • Programming Strategies - $350 • Communication & Behavior - $350 • Total Cost - $950

  9. The National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorders • Design and Structure • Hybrid (online/classroom) • Current information • Materials are updated constantly • Autism Internet Modules (AIM) • assessment and identification • characteristics • evidence-based practices and interventions • transition to adulthood • Employment

  10. Project Impact (LACOE & SJCOE) • Added Authorization – Autism • Assessment (2)* • Collaboration Skills (2)* • Positive Behavior Management (2)* • Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders (1) • Programming Strategies for Students w/ ASD (2) • Practicum Fieldwork in Autism embedded in P.S. (1) • Communication & Behavior for ASD (2) • Course Requirements (12 units)

  11. Equivalency for other Professional Development. Individual transcript evaluation and consultation Bring any supporting documents; transcripts, professional development training certificates, etc. Project Optimal (Fundamentals) TEACCH (Fundamentals of CORE) LACASA Autism Training Mind Institute Davis If you can provide verified documentation to support your equivalency for the Introduction to ASD course, you will only have to complete the Programming and the Communication & Behavior courses plus fieldwork.

  12. Benefits to Project Impact: Improve knowledge in meeting students with ASD educational goals Increase flexibility in transferring within LACOE Enhance marketability Increased security surrounding RIFs Possible salary advancement At no cost to LACOE teachers

  13. Absences?Absences are not allowed. We ask that you commit to… the schedules for all three courses provided prior to course starting. the required amount of physical class time. your cohort for the duration of the program. Communicate any concern with BTP’s

  14. Questions?

  15. For Program Information Los Angeles County Office of Education Beginning Teacher Programs Autism Spectrum Disorders Added Authorization Project Impact Mary Dolan - Project Director Tom Leveron, Program Coordinator (562) 803-8473 Leveron_thomas@lacoe.edu

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