On-Demand Webinar: Better Together: Best Practices in Multidisciplinary Team Assessment for Autism Spectrum Disorder in Schools
Registration
Be sure to register here to get the Zoom link for the live webinar.
Description of On-Demand Webinar
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition defined by individual brain style differences across language/communication, social–emotional responses, interests, and sensory experiences. A person’s unique behavioral profile can impact their participation in home, educational, and community settings. Under federal law, schools must provide free and appropriate public education for all students, as well as identify and evaluate any child who may need special education and/or related services (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, 2004).
This training will cover the legal and ethical components of a school-based ASD evaluation. Participants will differentiate between DSM-5-TR and IDEA criteria for evaluating autism, and be introduced to a best practices approach to the multidisciplinary team process for special education evaluation of autism. Participants will acquire knowledge and skills in the overall process for assessing ASDs, including selection of instruments, addressing classification issues, integrating data in the evaluation, and making appropriate recommendations for programming.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this on-demand webinar, the learner will be able to:
- Identify a best practices approach to the multidisciplinary team process for special education evaluation for autism spectrum disorder (ASD);
- Describe the overall process for assessing autism spectrum disorder, including the selection of instruments, addressing classification issues, integrating data into the evaluation, and making appropriate recommendations for programming; and
- Identify current assessments, resources, and materials designed to assist in developing recommendations for evidence-based programming and interventions.
Registration Cost
Number of Contact Hours Offered
2
Presenter Bio
Dr. Stephanie Kneedler, NCSP, is an Assessment Consultant with Western Psychological Services (WPS). With a career spanning 10 years, she is a nationally certified school psychologist based in Washington state. She practiced in diverse urban and rural educational settings, serving students across all age groups. Dr. Kneedler has expertise in educational and psychological assessment, traumatic brain injury prevention and intervention, and advocacy for culturally sustaining practices in schools. Currently, Dr. Kneedler serves on the board of the Washington State Association of School Psychologists as an area representative. Nationally, she is the western region representative for the National Association of School Psychologists’ Assistance to States Committee and a key member of the IDEA Reauthorization Committee. Her leadership in these roles underscores her commitment to advancing the field of school psychology and advocating for policies that support all students.
Disclosures
Dr. Stephanie Kneedler, NCSP works as an Assessment Consultant for WPS as a salaried employee. The presenter has no additional relevant financial and non-financial interests or conflicts of interest related to this presentation.
Original Webinar Date
June 11, 2025
Webinar Time
120 Minutes
Instructional Level
Introductory
Target Audience
Assessment professionals including school psychologists, clinical psychologists, neuropsychologists, speech–language pathologists (SLPs), and occupational therapists (OTs).
Agenda
The on-demand courses are designed to be self-paced. You can start and stop as needed. You must watch the videos in their entirety before taking the CE test.
Registration and Confirmation
Customers will purchase their course on the WPS website by adding selected item(s) to their cart and completing their transaction with a credit card. Customers who wish to pay with a purchase order will need to contact a representative at 844-378-4918. Once payment is rendered, customers will receive a sales order confirmation email, followed by an email that contains the License Key link. Customers will click on the link to register on the WPS website or sign in if they have already registered. There, customers will be able to access course(s). Once registered, customers will receive a registration confirmation email.
Refund/Cancellation Policy and Late Registration/Transfer Fees
The on-demand courses available through the WPS Professional Learning Center (WPS ProLearn) cannot be returned after they have been accessed and cannot be transferred.
Webinar Completion Requirements
To obtain your Certificate of Completion for on-demand CE courses, you must first watch the video. Then, answer the questions contained in the post-test on the WPS Professional Learning Center (WPS ProLearn) and submit the post-test for scoring. A post-course evaluation survey will also be provided for you to submit feedback to WPS.
In order for a Certificate to be issued, you must pass the post-test with a score of 75% or higher. If you do not pass on your first attempt, you will be allowed two opportunities to retake the post-test. If you do not pass after a total of three attempts, you will need to repurchase access to the materials. We recommend that you make a copy of your post-test answers for your records before submitting them to WPS for scoring. All Certificates of Completion will be provided electronically in the WPS ProLearn system. No partial credit will be awarded.
Special Needs Request
WPS will make accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require specific accommodations, please email prolearn@wpspublish.com prior to or at the time of course registration so that appropriate arrangements can be made.
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Continuing Education Credit
APA Approved Sponsor
2 CEs
WPS is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. WPS maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
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