Long-term Impact of Participation in ECHO Autism for Allied Health Professionals for Treating Pediatric Autism Spectrum Disorder.

A study published in the Journal of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics examined the lasting effects of participation in the ECHO Autism program among allied health professionals, including physical therapists, who treat children with autism spectrum disorder. Researchers found that involvement in this telementoring program produced durable improvements in participants' knowledge, confidence, and clinical practices related to pediatric ASD care. The findings suggest that ECHO-based education models may be an effective strategy for building long-term competency in autism care across allied health disciplines.

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