Introduction to Autism and Evidence-Based Practice Online Tutorial
	Module 4: What Treatments and Programs Are Currently Supported by Research? Selected Other Interventions (Non-ABA) Brief Description: These interventions focus on developing social relationships and include DIR/Floortime and Relationship Development Intervention (RDI). Research Status from Association for Science in Autism Treatment (ASAT): More research is needed, but some preliminary research exists. Research Status from the National Standards Report: Emerging, for ages birth – 5 years with autism and PDD-NOS. Research Status from the Professional Development Center on ASD: Not available. Links to Learn More RDI Info from ASAT DIR/Floortime Info from ASAT Brief Description: An intervention of using pictures and symbols as a communication system for individuals with autism. Research Status from Association for Science in Autism Treatment (ASAT): Effective in teaching communication of single words or short phrases. Research Status from the National Standards Report: Emerging, for ages birth – 9 years with autism and PDD-NOS. Research Status from the Professional Development Center on ASD: Meets EBP criteria Links to Learn More PECS Info from ASAT PECS Info from the Professional Development Center PECS Website Next --> Other Interventions (Non-ABA), continued