july, 2021

13jul4:00 pm6:00 pmTrans/Gender Identify for Autism Professionals Event Organized By: University of Washington Autism Center, Center on Human Development and Disability Event Type:TrainingIn-person or Online:Online

Event Details

Research shows that support from adults can drastically cut a transgender youth’s risk of depression and suicide. Many professionals want to support their clients but lack the skills and knowledge needed to confidently navigate these complex topics. Taught by a psychologist who is both autistic and transgender, this webinar introduces the key concepts around gender identity as well as issues specific to the autistic community.

Course Objectives:

  • Learn the terms and concepts needed to discuss gender identity accurately and respectfully
  • Gain knowledge about gender identity issues specific to autism
  • Acquire practical skills and strategies for helping gender-diverse autistic people

Who should attend:

  • Professionals who wish to support gender-diverse clients from preschool through young adulthood and want to know more about the topic and/or how the issues specifically apply to autistic people.

Content level: Beginner

Clock hours: This program, when attended/viewed in full, offers 2 WA State approved clock hours. Additional fees apply. We are NOT approved providers for other CEUs. Certificates of completion will be provided after the completion of the webinar.

Instructor: Lucas Harrington, PsyD

WHERE: Webinar
COST: $56 per person, *10% off for groups of 5 or more
*Recording of live webinar available for viewing between July 13 and October 13, 2021.

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Time

(Tuesday) 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Location

Online

Organizer

University of Washington Autism Center, Center on Human Development and DisabilityCaring for individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorders through exceptional clinical services, innovative scientific research and high-quality training. Our faculty and staff reach across the UW School of Medicine, College of Arts & Sciences, and College of Education.

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