Speech-Language Pathologists don’t always receive in-depth training specific to autism and other cognitive disorders throughout their education, which is why autism certification can be so helpful for many SLPs.
Many Speech Therapists became an SLPs because they want to be able to help children. A CAS credential is meant to help SLPs and other health care professionals be better prepared to serve individuals on the autism spectrum in a variety of ways, in turn making them a resource for teachers, parents, and co-workers alike.
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