Evaluating Current Service Providers

Evaluating Current Service Providers

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Once parents have decided on a treatment for their child, the next step is to find a suitable service provider. In this course, we have prepared a series of videos to help parents understand how to evaluate potential service providers and their curricula. Topics include the process of curriculum design and goal setting, establishing realistic expectations, and assessing their child’s progress in treatment.

Course Speakers:

Kan Wong

Toby Mountjoy

Course Content

ASD, ABA and Autism Partnership Method

Evaluating Current Service Providers

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In the process of curriculum design and goal setting, it’s crucial for the treatment team to maintain ongoing communication with parents. This communication helps the team understand the student’s learning style, abilities, and needs, enabling them to design a curriculum that aligns with both short-term and long-term goals. In this video, we will share how AP addresses the most tangible needs of parents and students at each stage of treatment.

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Parents often have varying priorities for their child’s treatment goals. In this video, Ms Kan Wong will explain the criteria used by AP clinical team to determine treatment goals. She will also discuss how to create an individualized curriculum for students by integrating their needs with the expectations of parents, prioritizing the most critical skills for the student’s development.

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During orientation meetings with new families, we typically ask parents, “What are your expectations?” In this video, Ms Kan Wong will explain the importance of understanding parents’ expectations and the factors that influence treatment outcomes.

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After a child begins treatment, it’s important for parents to assess the child’s progress to determine the effectiveness of the therapy. In this video, Ms. Kan Wong will discuss how parents can evaluate their child’s progress through lesson observations, daily life experiences, and annual psychological assessments.

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One of the hallmarks of the Autism Partnership Method is the continuous assessment of a student’s learning pace by therapists. When the progress in skill acquisition is slower than expected, therapists analyze and address the issues. In this video, we will outline the procedures AP therapists use to diagnose and resolve problems during treatment.

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The goals of treatment will change as your child grows. In this video, Mr. Toby Mountjoy discusses how long-term goals change at different stages of a child’s life. He also emphasizes the importance of maintaining high expectations while being flexible in setting these long-term goals.

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Effective communication between parents and the clinical team can enhance the child’s treatment outcomes and expedite the learning process. In this video, we will share various ways parents can actively participate in their child’s therapy.

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In this video, Mr. Toby Mountjoy will discuss the key questions parents should ask when selecting a service provider, including inquiries about treatment methods, treatment intensity, the qualifications of the therapists, and how curriculum objectives are set and evaluated. These questions will help parents assess the quality of the institution.

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