live virtual training for child care providers on autism
Join the live zoom 3 hrs | 0.3 CEUs 

Supporting Children with Autism Using a Neurodiversity Affirming Approach

The way we understand and support autistic children has changed a lot in recent years.
Many of the strategies teachers were taught in the past no longer reflect best practices. 
In this live virtual training taught by a speech language pathologist, you’ll learn:
  1. What autism actually is (and is not) , so you can make sense of what you’re seeing in your classroom
  2. What a neurodiversity affirming approach looks like and how it changes the way you support children in your care
  3. The most recent best practices to support communication, sensory needs, and play in a way that meets each child's unique needs.

Confidently support communication, sensory needs, and play in ways that actually work in your preschool classroom—with practical strategies you can use right away.

Includes a downloadable handbook you can come back to again and again

Inside this 75 page digital handbook you'll find:
  • Everything from this neurodiversity-affirming training broken down into 6 easy to read sections
  • Ready to print communication picture boards, choice boards, and first | then schedules
  • A variety of sensory strategies you can use right away to support regulation and connection
  • Easy to follow directions on how to support a child during common routines like circle time, arts and crafts, and play so you can put strategies into action right away
Supporting Children With Autism Using a Neurodiversity Affirming Approach training handbook displayed on a tablet

Everything you need to care for autistic children with confidence

Realistic, Classroom Strategies 
Supporting autistic children in group care looks different than home, therapy sessions, or one-on-one support. Learn what to do in everyday moments.
Leave Knowing Exactly What To Do
Get practical examples, scripts, and video examples that help you support communication, sensory needs, and play for all children.
Expert Support and Guidance
Learn the newest research from a Speech Therapist and Early Interventionist with extensive training in autism.

See what early childhood educators are saying

"The trainer was knowledgeable and professional. I loved the interactive features and relevant information! Best training I have done in awhile!

It’s very detailed and every topic was covered wonderfully!"
"Kelly is always professional. Never disappoints.

Loved all the suggestions for improvements to our classroom and routines, especially loved the help with terminology- so appreciated!”
"I enjoyed the videos throughout the presentation. This allowed me to identify some things that I see in my child care space.

It moved quickly and the trainer was responsive and knowledgeable."
"I loved the training! You were very engaging and informative! One of the better trainings I have taken. Thank you!!!

I especially liked that you were clear in presenting the information and you helped us understand old language and methods and why we should use the new methods."
Training outcomes

By the end of this 3 hour | 0.3 CEU training, participants will be able to:

  • Identify the 3 main characteristics of Autism.
  • Identify 5 different ways to support the sensory environment to meet an autistic child’s needs. 
  • Identify neurodiversity affirming ways to play with an autistic child.

Frequently Asked Questions

Meet Your Trainer

Hi, I'm Kelly
A licensed Speech Language Pathologist, Early Intervention Specialist, Child Care Trainer, and Former Family Child Care Owner

I work alongside teachers every day caring for children with developmental delays, feeding challenges, speech and language disorders, and more.

I kept hearing the same thing: "Our trainings don't teach us this." So I created trainings that do! 

No fluff. Just practical strategies designed to fit naturally into everyday routines with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
Speech-language pathologist working on professional development resources for early childhood educators

Training requirements so you get your CEU's

Are Bridging Child Development courses accepted in my state?

Bridging Child Development is an IACET-accredited training organization. This means every training meets the highest standards for professional continuing education, and your CEU's are recognized across the US and internationally. We are also an approved Training Organization with the National Workforce Registry Alliance.
Bridging Child Development meets the child care training requirements for many states and is in the process of approval in all 50 states. Review our state training information pages before enrolling to ensure you receive credit.