6A-4.01796 Specialization Requirements for Endorsement in Autism - Academic Class.

(1) A bachelor's or higher degree with certification in any exceptional student education area; and

(2) Twelve semester hours to include:

(a) Nature of autism (to include student characteristics, appropriate learning goals, teaching approaches,

environmental arrangements, etc.);

(b) Use of assistive and instructional technology and natural, alternative and augmentative communication

systems for students with autism;

(c) Behavior management and positive behavior supports for students with autism;

(d) Assessment and diagnosis of autism, and

(e) Field-based experience with students with autism

(3) This rule is to become effective July 1, 2002.

Specific Authority 229.053(1), 231.15(1), 231.17(6) FS. Law Implemented 229.053, 231.145, 231.15(1),

231.17(6) FS. History - New 7-1-2002.