Autism ECHO

Autism ECHO is an ECHO network dedicated to strengthen early childhood providers' capacity in identifying autism. Using the proven ECHO model, this professional development series will focus on the five essential steps of early autism identification: 
1) Promoting Awareness 2) Developmental Monitoring 3) Screening and Assessment 4) Referrals 5) Accessing Services  
This free virtual training model is especially effective for reaching providers in rural and underserved areas. Through interactive, case-based learning and expert-led discussions, participants will build skills, confidence, and lasting professional connections. The Autism ECHO network aims to enhance early identification efforts and improve outcomes for young children and their families.  

These sessions are FREE for all participants.

The target audience of these sessions is the Early childhood workforce, early childcare providers, early intervention, Early Head Start and Head Start teams, developmental specialists, early childhood special educators, service coordinators, speech language pathologists, physical and occupational therapists.

Sessions will be held the 4th Wednesday of each month from 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. MST via Zoom video conferencing technology



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2025-2026 Series Schedule                        

August 27, 2025 Janel Preston Developmental Engagement 
September 24, 2025 Kassidy Reinhert Surviving the Holidays 
October 22, 2025 Amanda Bakian ADDM and URADD
November 26, 2025 Erin Forward Picky Eating Strategies 
January 28, 2026 Dr. Terisa Gabrielsen Early Identification of ASD in Girls 
February 25, 2026 Dr. Terisa Gabrielsen Autism and Girls 
March 25, 2026 Michele Villalobos Autism Spectrum Disorder: From a Disparities Lens
April 22, 2026 Jason Fox & Dr. Koncinsky Improving Engagement and Education around Early Childhood Development with Hispanic/Latinx Families
May 27, 2026 Calleen Kenney Support Services: Financial Support, SSI, and Respite Care 
June 24, 2026 Dr. Casey Clay  Behavioral Approaches