Review

Autism and Other Neurodevelopmental Disorders Program: Promoting learning through research and direct service to people with autism and their families

Abstract

This writing has the objective of reviewing the description, achievements, and scope of the only Autism Master's Program in Puerto Rico, which is offered at Albizu University in the Campus of San Juan and the University Center of Mayagüez. We will describe it in detail, highlighting that it is the only Program offering practical experiences and direct service to the population with autism and their families. It aims to train high-caliber professionals who, from their training, are aware and sensitive to the complexities faced by families and people who are on the Spectrum of the Autism Disorder.