Training and Events
There are several resources to help understand the characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and effectively care for or work with people with ASD.
On-Demand Trainings
Access these trainings anytime, anywhere. For more information on the following go to the Minnesota Autism Resource Portal.
Autism Training Courses
Autism Focused Intervention Resources and Modules (AFRIM)
For Families
Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention (EIDBI)
Telehealth for Early Intervention
Steps for families accessing telehealth based early intervention services (PDF)
- Individuals with disabilities and their families them can access this training for free by requesting a DirectCourse learner account.
Cultural Training
Association of University Centers on Disabilities' Diversity and Inclusion Toolkit
Conscious and Unconscious Biases in Health Care course
Positive Behavior Support
Minnesota Positive Behaviors Supports, Minnesota PBIS
Person-Centered Practices
University of Minnesota’s Institute on Community Integration (ICI)
University of Minnesota’s person-centered training
For Providers and Support Professionals
Diagnostic assessments and screening tools
University of Minnesota Autism Training has information on the Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADE-R) and the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS)
MN LEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities)
Autism Society of MN—Training to learn more and register.
The Minnesota Department of Human Services provides free and low cost access to the College of Direct Support, the College of Employment Services and the Person-Centered Counseling program.
Clinical Training Resources for Service Providers
Diagnostic assessments and screening tools
University of Minnesota Autism Training has information on the Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADE-R) and the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS)
MN LEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities), a program at the University of Minnesota, is increasing training opportunities on the complex intersection of brain disorders, law, policy and practice.
Neurodiversity
Goal Writing for Autistic Students
Early Childhood Professionals
Medical Providers
Screening and Diagnosing for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Pediatric Care Settings
Law Enforcement and First Responders
Autism Society of MN (AuSM) trainings
Educators
Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) Special Education Division remote trainings and webinars
Case Managers and Care Coordinators
Coordinating Services and Supports for a Child with ASD or a Related Condition
Live Training and Events
View the MN Autism Resource Portal Calendar for upcoming live trainings and events about the topics listed on this page. To request a specific training or event for your organization or group, complete the event request form. All training and event participants should review and follow the event participation guidelines.
MN Autism Resource Symposium
View the recording of the 2022 MN Autism Resource Symposium morning welcome, Keynote panel and Inter-agency presentations and the recording of afternoon breakout sessions.
Early Childhood Professionals
Childcare Aware of Minnesota partners with many organizations to help support childcare programs across the state and offer resources for childcare programs.