Empowering Paraprofessionals and Support Providers.
The HANDS in Autism® Intensive Workshop for Direct Support Providers, Paraprofessionals, Assistants and Support Personnel is designed to enhance the skills and knowledge of those working closely with individuals on the autism spectrum and has proved to be an invaluable experience for all attendees.
The sessions cover a wide array of topics, from visual schedules to physical structure and prompting. One participant shared, "Showed me a lot of ways to help with mobile schedules," highlighting the practical tools and strategies introduced during the training.
Paraprofessionals play a vital role in supporting individuals with autism and related disabilities. To strengthen their skills and confidence, the HANDS in Autism® Interdisciplinary Training & Resource Center at Indiana University offers a One-Day Intensive Paraprofessional Training a focused, interactive experience designed to deliver practical strategies that work.
This training provides:
Evidence-based practices tailored to classroom and community settings
Hands-on learning through real-life scenarios and interactive modules
Collaborative problem-solving to address everyday challenges
Participants gain tools to:
Support communication and social skill development
Manage behaviors proactively
Promote independence and inclusion
Training Satisfaction:
Recent feedback from the 2024–2025 training sessions shows outstanding satisfaction among attendees:
80% rated the training as “Completely Liked”
15% as “Slightly Liked”
5% were neutral
0% reported any level of dissatisfaction
This overwhelmingly positive response highlights the value and impact of the training in preparing paraprofessionals to better support individuals with autism.
Interested in Joining?
Professionals who are passionate about making a difference and enhancing their skills are encouraged to register for this impactful training.