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Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders

University of Missouri

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Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention

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The Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention (EIBI) team provides community-based, long-term services for children with autism spectrum disorder by helping relevant adults teach them new skills and minimize or eliminate their negative behavior.

Ideal Candidates for EIBI Services


  • Children between the ages of 18 months and 8 years old
  • Children who have diagnoses of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or other neurodevelopmental disorder
  • Children who have significant delays or concerns in three of the following areas: speech, communication, receptive language, social skills, emotional regulation, behavior, adaptive skills, play skills

Typical services provided

  • Broad Skills-Based Assessment
    Natural environment observations, structured skills assessments, simple behavior assessments for minor negative behavior and reports that include individualized recommendations, treatment plans and yearly objectives.
  • Initial Training
    Three-day trainings to familiarize parents, caregivers, teachers, and specialists with the childŐs intervention plan and strategies.
  • Ongoing Follow-Up
    4-6 hours per month of ongoing training, data analysis, and consultation to monitor and adjust intervention efforts.

Key Strategies Used Within EIBI Programs

  • Applied behavior analysis and positive behavior support
  • Discrete trial teaching, milieu language instruction, incidental teaching
  • Peer modeling, video modeling, social stories
  • Alternative communication including PECS and sign language
  • Natural environment shadowing and semi-structured play dates

For additional information please contact the Thompson Center at (573) 882-6081.

Published by Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders, University of Missouri
300 Portland Street, Suite 110, Columbia, Mo. 65211 | Phone: 573-882-6081 | E-mail: thompsoncenter@missouri.edu

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Last updated: May 20, 2008