1. Research of Autism By BANU & LAN Diploma of Children Service, Wollongong TAFE, Illawarra Institute

4. Numbers of children known to Centrelink with a diagnosis of Autism or Asperger disorder by age groups for the years 2003-2005 Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2005. Population estimate for each year in June. 1 July 2003-June 2004 data http:// autismaus.com.au/uploads/pdfs/PrevalenceReport.pdf “ Studies show 1 in 160 Australians have an ASD and that it is more prevalent in males than females. ’’ 1525206 1521540 1523512 Total 742903 741024 742485 Females 782303 780516 781027 Males ABS* Population 3355 2890 2456 Total 580 500 419 Females 2775 2390 2037 Males ASD* 256 200 129 Total 41 30 29 Females 215 170 100 Males Asperger 3099 2690 2327 Total 539 470 390 Females 2560 2220 1937 Males Autism 2005 2004 2003 0-5 years old

13. What are the characteristics of Autism and how does it effect each area of development?

20. IMAGINATION & CREATIVITY:

24. http://www.helpyourautisticchildblog.com/category/autism-information Useful Autism Information

25. Inclusive Practise Parents to be included in the service and be cared for observe children with additional needs rather than generalizing from their “additional needs’ Inclusive programming Relatives and friends who are involved in the child’s life Provide an inclusive environment Inclusive plan Implementing & evaluating