Do you understand Autism?

If you teach, support, or parent an Autistic child you know how crucial it is to understand the basics of how a student functions and what makes them tick. Most adults don't understand that this truly comes down to brain science and the way Autistic children process and act upon information from the world.

Do you know how to help Autistic students thrive?

In this course, Dr. Lisa Marnell will provide you with 6 learnign modules, covering important topics from brain basics (Autism neuroscience 101) to IEP team collaboration to develop strengths-based goals and truly individualized and effective IEP accommodations. Take a deeper look at the modules below to get a better understanding of what Dr. Marnell's course offers!

"Insight to Autism for Parents, Teachers, and Professionals"

Learn more about Dr. Marnell's six modules in this course . . .

  • Module 1: Why Adopt Neuroaffirming and Strengths-Based Approaches in Autism?

  • Module 2: Autistic Neurobiology Relates to Student Function and Learning

  • Module 3: What Are Neuroaffirming and Strengths-Based Approaches in School?

  • Module 4: Collaboratively Create Neuroaffirming IEP Goals

  • Module 5: Develop Individualized and Neuroaffirming IEP Accommodations

  • Module 6: Collaborating with IEP Team Members with Limited Understanding of the Autism Neurotype

Meet Your Instructor

Dr. Lisa Marnell, OTD, MBA

Dr. Marnell is the founder of Kids Master Skills LLC and is a member of the faculty at Boston University. Autistic herself, she embraces the practice of cultivating joy, emotional regulation, and agency in the lives of autistic children and teens. Dr. Marnell provides education to therapists, teachers, schools, and families to support their understanding and use of neurodiversity-affirming and strengths-based approaches. She owns a therapy practice in Thousand Oaks, California where she provides support to autistic clients as well as IEP advocacy. Dr. Lisa Marnell is a pediatric occupational therapist with over twenty years of clinical experience.

Refund Policy

A learner may cancel their professional development course registration any time prior to starting the second course module and will be eligible for a full refund. In order to cancel their course, learners are asked to e-mail Dr. Lisa Marnell at [email protected]. Full refunds will be completed within three days of this written notification.

Available for pre-order now!

Pre-order this course to get savings! This price will be available until October 15, at which time the price will rise to $75

Testimonials

Hear what other learners have to say about Dr. Lisa Marnell's courses and teaching . . .

  • Cherie, teacher

    Great overview for parents and professionals just beginning to learn about sensory. Love the neurodivergent affirming approaches mentioned and sensitivity to the autistic community. Thank you.

  • Mae, mom

    Visual graphics were concise and clear. Specific examples were helpful. Lisa speaks clearly and at a good pace.

  • Karmen, mom

    Honestly the entire thing was my favorite part! I’m also a parent of an autistic and SPD child and I intend to share this with my in-laws! Thank you!

Here are a few more testimonials!

  • Rachael, teacher

    I truly love how you emphasized empowering the child or autistic person to make their own decisions or choices and have control over their situation. Thank you so much, Lisa!

  • Christine, sped teacher

    I appreciate the detailed explanation of sensory needs, the biological basis, explaining how the child might feel, and the detailed ideas for dealing with the issue to make the situation easier for the child.

  • Adrianna, parent

    I really appreciated how Dr. Lisa was able to break down the senses and explain how they affect the behavior of Autistic children. I would recommend Dr. Lisa's teaching - 100%

Course available for pre-order!

The course price will be at an all-time low of $45 only until October 15. After that it goes up to its regular price of $75.

Pre-order now!