Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders-October 27, 2026-6-8 PM
This continuing nursing education activity is designed to enhance the nurse's understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The activity will focus on defining ASD, recognizing common characteristics and presentations, and identifying the impact of ASD on communication, behavior, and healthcare experiences. Learners will explore evidence-based, patient-centered approaches to support individuals with ASD and their families, with an emphasis on promoting safe, inclusive, and effective care in healthcare settings. Presenter: Shannon Sousa, MS, CC-SLP, ATP Director of Assistive Technology for the Community Autism Resource Center, Taunton, MA The Massachusetts Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of Nursing Continuing Professional Development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. The Massachusetts Nurses Association is a private, non-profit professional membership organization for nurses in the Commonwealth. MNA encourages and appreciates the benefits of the diverse perspectives of our members in our events, programs, and educational offerings. Nonetheless, MNA reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to restrict, or to exclude the participation of any member(s) or guest(s) from any event, program, or educational offering when MNA reasonably believes that there is an actual or potential conflict of interest or other relevant factor that may adversely affect the full and fair participation of other members or guests in attendance.
Registration
Last day to register is 10/23/2026