Key Resources for Health Care Providers
Supporting Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
Southeast Wisconsin
Early Identification
Latest statistics from the CDC show an average of 1 in every 88 children in certain parts of the United States has Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The data also shows that the average age at which childrenare diagnosed with ASD is 4 ½ years. Nearly 90% of these children, however, had a developmental concern noted before 3 years of age.This relatively late age of diagnosis is a reminder ofhow important it is to be aware of milestones that mark a child’s development and to act early if adelay is suspected. Acting early can make areal difference!
Developmental Screening Tools
Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) – A reliable way to screen infants and young children for developmental delays in the first five years of life
Might suggest linking to ASQ on Brookes site
Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (MCHAT) – The M-CHAT is designed to screen for Autism Spectrum Disorders in toddlers aged 16-30 months
Might suggest linking to MCHAT.org site
This resource is provided by the Southeast Regional Core Team and the Southeast Regional Center for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) through the Wisconsin Connections Initiative on Autism Spectrum Disorder and other Developmental Disabilities. An electronic version of this resource can be found at
Updated 12/2013
Key Resources for Health Care Providers
Supporting Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
Southeast Wisconsin
For more information and training opportunities about screening and surveillance fordevelopmental delaysplease contact:
1-800-234-5437
When in doubt, refer out!
Refer families to your local Birth to 3program. Birth to 3is Wisconsin’s early intervention program for infants and toddlers with developmental delays and disabilities and their families.
This resource is provided by the Southeast Regional Core Team and the Southeast Regional Center for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) through the Wisconsin Connections Initiative on Autism Spectrum Disorder and other Developmental Disabilities. An electronic version of this resource can be found at
Updated 12/2013
Key Resources for Health Care Providers
Supporting Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
Southeast Wisconsin
Information and Resources about Autism Spectrum Disorders
AmericanAcademy of Pediatrics (AAP):
The AAP has a Resource Toolkit for Clinicians that assists in recognition, evaluation and ongoing management of Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Autism Society of Southeastern Wisconsin (ASSEW):
An awareness and educational resource for people with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Asperger’s, PDD-NOS, their families, professionals, and others.
Autism Speaks: 100 days toolkit
Designed to help families in the first 100 days of an autism diagnosis.
CDCAutismInformationCenter:
Information, projects at the Centers for Disease Control and other agencies, state activities, resources, and information for children.
CDC Learn the Signs. Act Early.
Order a FREE physician kit and other free materials from the CDC website:
Easter Seals
Access to free screening
The National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorders
NPDC is a multi-university center promoting the use of evidence-based practice for children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Wisconsin Medical Home Webcast Series
An online learning opportunity in partnership between the Wisconsin Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (Title V) Program and the WaismanCenter, UniversityCenter for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities.
Wisconsin Statewide Medical Home Initiative
Offers onsite training to Wisconsin primary care clinicians and their care teams on use of validated developmental screening tools and ASD screening tools within well-child care.
This resource is provided by the Southeast Regional Core Team and the Southeast Regional Center for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) through the Wisconsin Connections Initiative on Autism Spectrum Disorder and other Developmental Disabilities. An electronic version of this resource can be found at
Updated 12/2013