Navigating the Transition: Resources for Autistic Youth Moving into Adulthood

Tuesday, August 12, 2025

8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Registration Deadline

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

The transition from high school to adulthood is a pivotal moment in the lives of autistic youth and their families. In this insightful webinar, Dr. Andrew Nelson, Director of the Autism Response Team (ART) at Autism Speaks, and Resource's own autism expert, Nikki Bettcher Erickson will share strategies for navigating this complex journey. Practical tips for accessing support services, the importance of self-advocacy, and how to navigate systems of care and education as autistic individuals move into adulthood are topics that will be covered. Participants will gain valuable insights from Dr. Nelson’s research on autistic resilience and self-advocacy, and learn how you can better support autistic youth during this important life stage. This webinar is applicable for parents, caregivers, educators and professionals working to create a smoother transition for autistic individuals into adulthood.

For more information about this event please reach out to Nikki Bettcher Erickson at
nerickson@resourcecoop-mn.gov

About the Presenter

Dr. Nelson and his team have been at the forefront of providing resources, guidance, and referrals to the autism community. With extensive experience working locally, nationally, and globally, he has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that arise during this transition.

Nikki Bettcher Erickson has worked with youth and adults on the autism spectrum since 2006. A licensed special education teacher (ASD), she has also worked globally as a theatre for autism artist. She is completing her doctoral studies on teacher perceptions of neurodivergence and their effectiveness in supporting students with autism and ADHD in Tier 1 educational settings.

Workshop Code

16063

Location

Resource Training & Solutions - VIRTUAL

Cost

Non-Member $85.00 / Associate Member $68.00 / Full Member $51.00

University of the Pacific (PEDU) Credits

This workshop is available for University of Pacific (PEDU) graduate credits. You may get 1, 2, or 3 semester credits depending upon completion of assigned homework. University of Pacific Pricing: 1 credit- $62.00, 2 credits- $124.00, 3 credits- $186.00. For instructions on how to register for graduate-level credits with the University of the Pacific go to: http://resourcetraining.com/Page/PEDUGradCredit
It is recommended to get all credits approved by your school district prior to applying for PEDU credits.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations and Refunds: Cancellations requested with 7 business days or more prior to the start date of the class will receive a full refund of the registration fee. 50% of the registration fee will be refunded for cancellations requested within 3 - 5 business days. Refunds will not be issued for no shows or cancellations made less than 72 hours before the start of the class. Resource Training & Solutions reserves the right to postpone, reschedule, or cancel at any time. In the unlikely event a class does not take place, a full refund will be issued or the registration fee may be transferred to another class. Resource will send a cancellation notification to the email address provided at the time of registration. Please be sure you enter your email address accurately and check your email regularly.

Digital content: No refunds will be issued for digital content once access to the content has been purchased.