People with loved ones diagnosed on the autism spectrum can at times feel as if they are alone in their quest for knowledge and support. State Fair Community College aims to give those residents and others interested in learning more about autism an opportunity to come together and learn together.
SFCC will offer three classes on autism during the spring semester at the Sedalia campus. The courses are geared toward parents and family members of autistic children as well as teachers, counselors and paraprofessionals. The spring semester begins Jan. 14.
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