R2 146 Autism in the Wild – McCall

January 16 2027, 1:00pm-5:00pm

Credit Hours: 4
Course Number: R2 146

Description:

Autism in the Wild provides an overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), with a focus on sensory systems, communication, behaviors, and considerations for law enforcement and medical encounters. This training is designed for all first responders: law enforcement, dispatch operators, search & rescue, and fire service.

Course Highlights

• Understanding Autism

  • Autism, statistics, diagnostic trends, and DSM classifications

  • Autism levels and related classifications

• Sensory Systems

  • Primary and hidden sensory systems

  • Sensory responses and sensory dysfunction

  • Self-stimulating behaviors (STIMMING)

• Communication

  • Receptive and expressive language

  • Alternative communication

  • Echolalia and scripting

  • Body language and facial expressions

• Encounter Considerations

  • Strategies for interacting with individuals with ASD

  • Law enforcement encounters

  • Medical calls

• Wandering & Eloping

  • Understanding wandering and eloping behaviors

  • Strategies to assist with these behaviors

Instructor: Lt. John Goodman, Spokane Fire Department

Location:

McCall Public Library
218 Park street
McCall, ID 83638

Cost: Free
( attendees are responsible for meals. travel, and/or lodging)

Registration Details:

Email to register: Jeff Riechmann

Remarks:

Local Point of Contact: Seth Arrasmith (208)634-7144