Autism Support Services: Education, Research, and Training

ASSERT

Founded in 2003, the Autism Support Services: Education, Research, and Training (ASSERT) program is a training and research center in the Department of Special Education and Rehabilitation at Utah State University that aims to improve the lives of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) through its three-fold mission: 

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Education

ASSERT staff provide research-based support to individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families in the greater Cache Valley Area through the on-campus model classroom.

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Research

ASSERT staff conduct and disseminate research on effective behavioral intervention techniques for individuals with ASD as well as methods of training parents and professionals to use these techniques.

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Training

ASSERT staff provide short- and long-term training and consultation to teachers and other professionals who work with individuals with ASD.

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ASSERT Autism Program Celebrates 20 Years of Service and Outreach
Photo of three leaders of ASSERT below banner celebrating their 20th year anniversay.Families and friends of the ASSERT Autism Program flooded the the Edith Bowen Laboratory School courtyard on Saturday, June 24 to celebrate the program's 20th anniversary.