Who This Course Is For

This course is suitable for:

  • ABA therapists, IBTs, ABATs, and RBTs working with young children

  • Parents and caregivers concerned about early development and screen exposure

  • Families seeking clear, balanced information without fear or blame

  • Anyone looking to understand virtual autism in a calm, evidence‑informed way

What You Will Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • What virtual autism is and how it relates to early screen exposure

  • Early signs that may indicate developmental impact

  • How screen habits can influence communication, attention, and interaction

  • Practical, realistic strategies for prevention and early support

  • How to approach this topic with balance, cultural awareness, and care

  • How to support healthy development without fear or guilt

How This Course Is Different

This training emphasizes:

  • Presents information without alarm or judgment

  • Focuses on understanding and prevention, not diagnosis

  • Uses clear, accessible language for families and professionals alike

  • Respects cultural differences in parenting and technology use

  • Emphasizes empowerment over fear

Course curriculum

    1. Understanding Virtual Autism: An Overview

About this course

  • 22.00 د.إ
  • 1 lesson
  • 0.5 hours of video content
  • 0.5 IBAO CEU

Course Author & Clinical Supervisor

M.Ed., BCBA, IBA, CDA Bahij Khouzami

Bahij Khouzami is a CDA-licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and International Behavior Analyst (IBA) with a master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and a specialization in autism. He is the founder of Autism Intervention Specialists (AIS) in Dubai, leading evidence-based services across home, clinic, school, and community settings. As an Approved Course and CEU Provider, he trains and supervises RBT, IBT, and ABAT candidates, has delivered the 40-hour IBT/ABAT curriculum, and has supported 300+ trainees through supervised practice, mentorship, and ongoing supervision. He also serves on the IBAO Professional Advisory Board and contributes to regional certification and exam translation initiatives.

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