Welcome to the UNLV Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders
Download the UNLV CASD Autism Spectrum Resource Guide
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The mission of University of Nevada, Las Vegas Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders (UNLV CASD) is to conduct community-focused research and educational training on individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), their families, and community service providers in Southern Nevada. The goal of UNLV CASD is to be a nationally recognized leader in the field of ASD through high quality research and training.
Download the UNLV CASD Brochure in PDF format.
Congratulations to our Bern and Howard Linker grant recipient! Through the generosity of Scott Linker, a local family in need is now able to have a free Asperger Syndrome or High Functioning Autism assessment. All of us at the Center are deeply humbled by the support and generosity of our community in Las Vegas and beyond. Thank you for all that you do and for allowing us to be part of your journey.
Addressing Challenging Behavior Series is now available in Spanish!
Dates: May 22nd, May 29th, June 5th, June 12th, and June 19th. Attendance for all sessions is mandatory.
Time: 5-7pm
Location: 331 N Buffalo Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89145
Fee: $30.00 per focus team (this can include parents, teacher, staff members who work with the person, etc.)
Unfortunately, no childcare is available.
PLEASE NOTE: TRAINING REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED.
We are pleased to announce that the 3rd edition of the UNLV CASD Autism Spectrum Resource Guide is now available!
This year we were able to print 2,000 hard copies of the guide, thanks to the generous support of our sponsors: FEAT of Southern Nevada, Peoples Autism, and the Torino Foundation.
A PDF copy of the guide is available to all members of our community.
If you or your organization would like copies of the guide, please contact us at 702-895-5836 or email us at autism1@unlv.nevada.edu.