About This Webinar
Children can be diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder as early as 18 months, but delays in social and communication skills and other signs can appear earlier in life. This webinar covers the prevalence of autism in the US and common red flags. The screening and diagnosis process of young children with autism is also discussed. Strategies for partnering with and supporting families through this process are shared.
Continuing Education (CE) Credit
- Early Interventionists and Early Childhood Educators: This webinar offers 1.5 continuing education (CE) credits through the Early Intervention Training Program (EITP) at the University of Illinois through 6/30/2026.
Presenter Information
Dr. Hedda Meadan is a professor in the Department of Special Education at the University of Illinois, a Goldstick Family Scholar, and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Dr. Meadan’s areas of interest include social-communication skills and challenging behavior of individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities and intervention methods to enhance these spheres of functioning.
Supporting Children with Autism Through Their Day | Series
This four-part webinar series will focus on supporting young children with autism and their families. Throughout the series, our highly respected presenters will take us through important steps in the lives of families of children with autism and related disorders.
Event Materials
What is ASD? from Autism Navigator
Early Red Flags for Autism in Preschoolers from Autism Navigator
100 Day Kit for Newly Diagnosed Families of Young Children from Autism Speaks
A Parent’s Guide to Autism: A Family Support Tool Kit from Autism Speaks
Life Journey through Autism: A Guide for Military Families from OAR
Online Tools to Support the Delivery of Evidence-Based Practices for Students with ASD from TEACHING Exceptional Children
Toward innovative, cost-effective, and systemic solutions to improve outcomes and well-being of military families affected by autism spectrum disorder by Klin, A., Wetherby, A. M., Woods, J., Saulnier, C., Stapel-Wax, J., Klaiman, C., … & Bearss, K. (2015)
Welcome to Holland by Emily Perl Kingsley (PDF text)
Welcome to Beirut by Susan F. Rzucidlo (PDF text)
