Autism Studies NorQuest College

Program Description

You’re encouraged to bring your own wisdom and lived experience and learn from one another in addition to the instructor. By creating a community of practice, you can stay connected with fellow classmates throughout the program and continue to share knowledge and insights. As with other Community Studies programs, NorQuest’s Autism Studies continues the learning experience by taking a holistic approach. By analyzing the environment and community, our courses teach you how to improve the joy and wellbeing of individuals with autism. Through a combination of applied and theoretical learning, you'll: Acknowledge the diversity represented in those who have Autism across the lifespan Build positive relationships for work with individuals and their families Apply evidence-base practices for supporting regulation, communication skills and sensory processing Demonstrate professionalism and collaboration when working in a multi-disciplinary team Advocate for individuals with mental health diagnoses Develop and foster relationships in helping individuals develop regulation Recognize and participate in planning for individuals who have co-occurring diagnosis within the context of multi-disciplinary teams Participate in ongoing reflection of self-regulation and co-regulation as a professional

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