Project Description:
CDCs Learn the Signs. Act Early. program aims to improve early identification of children with autism and other developmental disabilities so children and families can get the services and support they need.
The program is made up of three components:
Health education campaign
Act Early Initiative
Research and evaluation
Act Early Ambassadors expand the reach of the Learn the Signs. Act Early. program and support their respective states work toward improving early identification.
Beginning in 2011, professionals with medical, child development, developmental disability, special education, and early intervention expertise were selected to:
Promote Learn the Signs. Act Early. messages and strategies through collaboration with partners.
Promote the Autism Case Training (ACT): A Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics Curriculum.
Support their states Act Early team.
The Act Early Ambassadors project is a collaborative effort of CDCs National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities, HRSAs Maternal and Child Health Bureau, and AUCD.
(Description confirmed TW 2.19.18)
Keyword(s):
Autism, learn the signs, act early
Core Function(s):
Developing & Disseminating Information, Continuing Education/Community Training
Area of Emphasis
Quality Assurance, Health-Related Activities, Quality of Life
Target Audience:
Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees), Community Trainees / Short term trainees, Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, Adults with Disabilities, Children/Adolescents with Disabilities/SHCN, Legislators/Policy Makers, General Public
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances, Limited English, Geographic Areas, Rural/Remote, Urban, Specific Groups
Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:
State
COVID-19 Related Data:
N/A
