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Course Description

A therapist’s aspiration for children with High Functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder (HFASD) is to help them live successfully in society. This course will discuss sensory system dysfunction for children with HFASD and how this impacts attainment with quality sleep, eating a balanced diet, consistent hygiene routines, and social skills and playing. Neuroscience foundations, current research, and solution options will be examined to determine effective evidence-based interventions. This course will offer problem-solving approaches for helping children with HFASD in the community, at home, and in school environments. Participants will gain practical strategies addressing activities of daily living for HFASD. Sensory simulations will help participants understand the struggles children with HFASD experience. Case studies will be presented to offer real-life scenarios.

Course Level: Intermediate
Assessment Methods: Quiz (80% minimum passing score), Self-Assessment on Evaluation

Course Requirements:
  • Computer with internet and working speakers/sound are required for this course.
  • Course must be completed within 30 days of activation (activate course within 6 months of purchase).
  • An online multiple-choice quiz (80% passing score) and submission of an online evaluation form are required for successful completion.
  • A certificate of completion will be available to print immediately after course is successfully completed.
  • SLPs - ASHA CEUs may be obtained by completing the online ASHA form and checking the "Report to ASHA" box.
AOTA Classification Codes
Domain of OT: Areas of Occupation, Context Environment
OT Process: Intervention

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Examine sensory systems and the impact of dysfunction on children with HFASD
  • Discuss current research that addresses evidence-based practices for children with HFASD
  • Identify neurological differences in the brains of children with HFASD and how this impacts childhood occupations
  • Develop a variety of sensory interventions for children with HFASD that facilitate successful independence with activities of daily living

Jenny L Clark

OTR/L

Jenny L. Clark, OTR/L graduated from The University of Kansas in 1990 with distinction, and has helped children over the past 28 years as a licensed pediatric occupational therapist working as a speaker, consultant, private practitioner at her own clinic (Jenny’s Kids, Inc.), school-based occupational therapist, independent contractor for early intervention services, author, and inventor. Her passion for developing new approaches to therapy can be seen in her diverse contributions to the field, including: the evidence-based curriculum material Learn to Move, Move to Learn: Sensorimotor Early Childhood Activity Themes (AAPC 2004), and the sequel Learn to Move, Moving Up! Sensorimotor Elementary School Activity Themes (AAPC 2009); two DVD’s Learn to Move: Dinosaurs (AAPC 2005), a companion to her first book, and Sensory Processing Disorder Kit: Simulations and Solutions for Parents, Teachers, and Therapist (AAPC 2006), which won the 2007 media in excellence video award from Autism Society of America; a music CD, Sing, Move, Learn (AAPC 2010), which accompanies the songs in her first book. Jenny was a contributing author for the book Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Handbook for Parents and Professionals (Greenwood Publishing Group 2007), as well as the author of a chapter in Autism Spectrum Disorders: Foundations, Characteristics, and Effective Strategies. (Pearson Publishing 2011). Most recently, Jenny was the technical reviewer for The Everything Parents Guide to Sensory Processing Disorder (Terri Mauro, Adams Media 2014). Jenny is the inventor of the patent-pending “Weigh” Cool Bracelet (www.abilitations.com) and her most recent creation, Letter Treasure Hunt handwriting game (Therapro 2014). Jenny is known for her dynamic personality, sprinkled with humor that engages people to ‘think outside the box’ inspiring unlimited creative ideas. Jenny’s favorite sensorimotor recreation includes tennis, mountain biking, gardening, and photography.

Financial Disclosure: Jenny receives honoraria from CIAO Seminars for the presentation of her live courses. Jenny receives royalties from AAPC Publishing for her book Learn to Move, Move to Learn.
Non-Financial Disclosure: none to disclose

15 Minutes
Distinguish the evolution of diagnosis from Asperger Syndrome to HFASD
15 Minutes
Acquire evidence-based data about the neuroscience foundations for individuals with HFASD
15 Minutes
Gain knowledge of sensory processing on children with HFASD
15 Minutes
Discuss functions of the sensory systems and their impact on function in individuals with HFASD
15 Minutes
Discuss the therapists’ role in working with children with ASD
15 Minutes
Scrutinize the impact of sensory processing difficulties on childhood occupations for children with HFASD
30 Minutes
Explore problem-solving approaches for helping children with HFASD in the community, at home, & in school environments
30 Minutes
Develop a repertoire of strategies that address success in childhood occupations for children with HFASD
15 Minutes
Implement sensory techniques to help children with HFASD with independence in activities of daily living
15 Minutes
Facilitate solutions for functional independence for children with HFASD

Delivery VIA:

  • Online - This course is offered in an online, on demand format.

Contact hours pre-approved for:

  • 3.0 Hours
  • CIAO is an ASHA Approved Provider (0.3 ASHA CEUs) ASHA bubble sheet submission required
  • CIAO is an AOTA Approved Provider (0.3 AOTA CEUs)
  • This course meets PDU requirements for NBCOT (3.0 PDUs)
  • As an IACET Accredited Provider, CIAO offers CEUs for its programs that qualify under the ANSI/IACET Standard
  • CIAO is authorized by IACET to offer 0.3 CEUs for this program
  • CIAO is an Illinois Approved Provider for PT/PTA Continuing Education
  • CIAO is recognized as an Approved Provider for PT/PTAs by the NYSE Dept State Board for PT
  • This activity is provided by the TBPTE Accredited Prov. #2202009#TX
  • This activity meets the continuing competence requirements for PT/PTA license renewal in TX
  • The assignment of Texas PT CCUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products or clinical procedures by TPTA or TBPTE
  • Approved For:
  • 3.0 Hours PT/PTAs in IL, TX (3 CCUs)
  • 3.6 Hours. PT/PTAs in NY

The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.


This course is offered for 0.3 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate Level, Professional Area)


CIAO is recognized on the NBCOT Provider Registry (meets PDU requirements for NBCOT)


CIAO is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). CIAO complies with the ANSI/IACET Standard, which is recognized internationally as a standard of excellence in instructional practices. As a result of this accreditation, CIAO is accredited to issue the IACET CEU.


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