Autism Handbook #2:
Strategies from the Field
© 2012 ISBN 978-0-9815947-4-3
Cathy Knoll, MA, MT-BC
and Dellinda Henry, MEd, MT-BC
and Dwight Knoll

Eco-friendly edition $20.00
Optional 12 CMTE credits $60.00

Autism Handbook #2: Strategies from the Field is the second in a series of Autism Handbooks that challenges music therapists to raise the bar in their clinical practice by enhancing their knowledge about autism and their skills in providing effective therapeutic services to individuals with autism. The new eco-friendly edition of this professional e-course from MusicWorksPublications includes a pdf workbook to read on any device or to download and print. You can listen to each chapter of this e-course via the audio link, burn a CD, or download to any device.  The Autism Handbook #2 focuses on these topics:

• Chapter 1: Overview of music therapy services in autism
• Chapter 2: Recognizing continuums in autism, music, and music therapy
• Chapter 3: Utilizing music in therapy
• Chapter 4: Strategies for developing personal connections
• Chapter 5: Strategies for encouraging communication
• Chapter 6: Interventions for shaping behavior
• Chapter 7: Preparing individuals for real life
• Chapter 8: Sharpening your therapy skills
• Chapter 9: Gathering resources
• Information about earning optional CMTE credits

Optional CMTE credits. Music therapists can receive 12 hours of pre-approved CMTE credit by submitting written assignments chosen from options listed in Chapter 8. The CMTE fee is only $60 – $5 per credit hour! You do not submit the CMTE fee or assignments until you are ready to receive credit. You can take the course now and apply for CMTE credit now or anytime in the future. See the CMTE Information page for details.

Learning Objectives Based on guidelines in the 2010 CBMT Scope of Practice, participants in the Autism Handbook #2 professional e-course will:
(1) Review the spectrum of autism and examine the scope of challenges encountered by individuals diagnosed with autism in the areas of communication, social interaction, restrictive behaviors, and self-reliance. (CBMT 2010 – IA3, 4)
(2) Examine factors related to the effectiveness of music in therapy for individuals diagnosed with autism. (CBMT 2010 – IIA5)
(3) Examine the elements required for providing music therapy services to individuals with autism: assessment (CBMT 2010 – IA, B), treatment planning (CBMT 2010 – IC), implementation (CBMT 2010 – IIA), documentation (CBMT 2010 – IIIA), evaluation (CBMT 2010 -IIIB), adjustment (CBMT 2010 -IIIB4), and generalization (CBMT 2010 – IIA2j).
(4) Study numerous clinical examples of music therapy interventions and strategies proven effective in impacting the functioning of individuals with autism in the areas of communication, social interaction restrictive behaviors, and self-reliance. (CBMT 2010 – IIA1, 2, 5)

Statement of relationship to CBMT: The Autism Handbook #2 is approved by the Certification Board of Music Therapists (CBMT) for 12 Continuing Music Therapy Education credits (CMTE). Credits awarded by CBMT are accepted by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). Music Works Publications, S-001, maintains responsibility for program quality and adherence to CBMT policies and criteria. See the CMTE Information page for details.

Autism Handbook #2: Strategies from the Field
Original © 2010, revised © 2012