Outcomes of children with differing profiles in language and cognition are considered. Generalization and maintenance of skills are built into the program. Mainstreaming opportunities with typically developing peers are built into the program. Parent training and family support are used. Education about options for intervention is provided.
Training is culturally acceptable to individual families.
Collaboration of all team members is used. Consider what new and experienced personnel need to know. Transitional support is provided when the child leaves one program and moves to the next. Integration of research and practice is used. Follow-up of children with ASD as they grow older is conducted to note factors which have contributed to successful or less successful outcomes.