AIM Courses
2022-2023 AIM Courses now available through Ashland University. Courses offered during fall, spring, and summer sessions.
Course Semesters 2022-2023
Fall/Winter – (4 months)
Registration Open: OCALI/Ashland – 9/6/2022
Courses Start: 9/6/2022
Registration Closes: OCALI/ASHLAND – 12/9/2022
Courses End: 01/06/2023
Winter/Spring – (4 months)
Registration Open: OCALI/Ashland – 12/19/2022
Courses Start: 1/9/2023
Registration Closes: OCALI/ASHLAND – 4/7/2023
Courses End: 5/5/2023
Spring/Summer (4 months)
Registration Open: OCALI/Ashland – 4/17/2023
Courses Start: 5/8/2023
Registration Closes: 7/21/2023
Courses End: 8/18/2023
Courses Offered – All Semesters
Assessment and Characteristics of ASD
Instructor: Amy Bixler Coffin
Credits: 1 | $225.00
Capacity: 40 Registrants
Gain an understanding of the characteristics of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as they relate to language/communication, sensory, motor, social skills, cognition, patterns of behavior, etc. Additionally, learn about girls on the autism spectrum. After completing the two-part registration using AIM (autisminternetmodules.org) and the Ashland University system, you will have access to complete the course on the AIM website. For more information, please contact amy_bixler@ocali.org
Creating Classroom Structure
Instructor: Amy Bixler Coffin
Credits: 1 | $225.00
Capacity: 40 Registrants
Many individuals with autism thrive in a structured, predictable environment. Simple structural supports that benefit those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) benefit all students in the classroom. By completing this online course, you will learn a variety of strategies, including visual and structural supports for the classroom environment to use with students with ASD. After completing the two-part registration using AIM (autisminternetmodules.org) and the Ashland University system, you will have access to complete the course on the AIM website. For more information, please contact amy_bixler@ocali.org
Evidence-Based Practices 1
Instructor: Amy Bixler Coffin
Credits: 1 | $225.00
Capacity: 40 Registrants
Research supports the effectiveness of certain interventions with individuals with ASD, also known as evidence-based practices (EBP). By completing this online course, you will learn some of the most commonly used EBPs with individuals with ASD. This is the first of two courses on EBPs using the AIM modules. After completing the two-part registration using AIM (autisminternetmodules.org) and the Ashland University system, you will have access to complete the course on the AIM website. For more information, please contact amy_bixler@ocali.org
Evidence-Based Practices 2
Instructor: Amy Bixler Coffin
Credits: 1 | $225.00
Capacity: 40 Registrants
Research supports the effectiveness of certain interventions with individuals with ASD, also known as evidence-based practices (EBP). By completing this online course, you will learn some of the most commonly used EBPs with individuals with ASD. This is the second of two courses on EBPs using the AIM modules. After completing the two-part registration using AIM (autisminternetmodules.org) and the Ashland University system, you will have access to complete the course on the AIM website. For more information, please contact amy_bixler@ocali.org
Communication and Social Skills in ASD
Instructor: Amy Bixler Coffin
Credits: 1 | $225.00
Capacity: 40 Registrants
By participating in this online course, you will gain an understanding of the communication and social skills characteristics of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), become familiar with some evidence-based practices to address communication and social skill deficits, and learn to match these interventions to the unique characteristics of this diverse population. After completing the two-part registration using AIM (autisminternetmodules.org) and the Ashland University system, you will have access to complete the course on the AIM website. For more information, please contact amy_bixler@ocali.org
Behavior Basics
Instructor: Sheila Smith
Credits: 1 | $225.00
Capacity: 40 Registrants
Many individuals with autism spectrum disorder experience behavior challenges. Understanding the function of those behaviors and having a tool kit from which to select evidence-based strategies to match the unique needs of the individual is key to increasing desirable behaviors. By completing this online course, you will learn functions of behavior, the steps in completing a behavior intervention plan, and evidence-based practices to support the unique needs of the individual. After completing the two-part registration using AIM (autisminternetmodules.org) and the Ashland University system, you will have access to complete the course on the AIM website. For more information, please contact Sheila_smith@ocali.org
Transition-Aged Youth and Adults with ASD
Instructor: Sheila Smith
Credits: 1 | $225.00
Capacity: 40 Registrants
By participating in this online course, you will gain an understanding of the characteristics of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), become aware of the issues with transition planning for youth with ASD, and learn employment and community options for this population. After completing the two-part registration using AIM (autisminternetmodules.org) and the Ashland University system, you will have access to complete the course on the AIM website. For more information, please contact sheila_smith@ocali.org