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* Begin educational services as soon as a child is suspected of having an autistic spectrum disorder.
* Services should include a minimum of 25 hours a week, 12 months a year.
* What constitutes those 25 hours will vary according to the child’s chronological age, developmental level, specific strengths and weaknesses and family needs.
* Each child needs sufficient individualized instruction on a daily basis so objectives are implemented effectively.
* Objectives include achieving functional spontaneous communication, social instruction delivered throughout the day in various settings, cognitive development and play skills, and proactive approaches to behavior difficulties.
Source: Educating Children with Autism, Natioal Academy Press, 2001
