CAS Cheat Sheet 2026

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1. At what age do signs of autism typically appear? → Between 12-24 months
2. What is the recommended frequency for reviewing and updating autism overview​ protocols? → Monitoring outcomes through regular data collection and trend analysis
3. Which strategy is recommended for discussing a child’s progress with parents? → Provide constructive feedback, including strengths and areas for improvement
4. The Dunn Sensory Profile is used by CAS professionals primarily to: → Assess an individual's sensory processing patterns and thresholds
5. Which scenario would require a autism specialist professional to escalate a early childhood identification competency concern? → Creating feedback mechanisms that encourage continuous improvement
6. In the context of autism social skills, 'scripting' refers to: → Repeating memorized phrases or lines from movies or TV in social situations
7. How do early intervention services help children with autism? → They help improve communication and social skills
8. What role does consistency play in behavior management for individuals with autism? → It creates a structured environment and reduces anxiety
9. The vestibular system is primarily responsible for processing: → Movement, balance, and spatial orientation
10. Research consistently shows that social skills interventions for individuals with ASD are MOST effective when they include: → Skill instruction combined with structured opportunities to practice with peers
11. Which scenario would require a autism specialist professional to escalate a behavior competency​ concern? → Creating feedback mechanisms that encourage continuous improvement
12. A new regulation impacts parent communication competency​ procedures. What should a CAS professional do first? → Ensuring compliance with current regulatory requirements and standards
13. Person-centered planning in transition services is best characterized by: → An approach that centers the individual's strengths, preferences, and goals in planning
14. Which of the following is a strength commonly associated with autism? → Strong attention to detail and logical reasoning
15. Which tool or methodology is most appropriate for analyzing parent communication competency​ outcomes? → Maintaining professional boundaries while building collaborative relationships
16. Which federal law specifically protects adults with ASD from disability-based discrimination in employment? → The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
17. What term describes a decreased or absent response to sensory stimuli in individuals with ASD? → Hypo-responsiveness
18. Self-determination skills important for transition-age youth with ASD include: → Abilities such as goal-setting, problem-solving, self-advocacy, and self-management
19. Video modeling is considered an evidence-based practice for social skills instruction primarily because it: → Provides a clear visual demonstration of target behaviors for visual learners
20. When selecting participants for a social skills group for individuals with ASD, the most critical consideration is: → Matching participants on cognitive and social skill level to maximize learning
21. How can professionals encourage parental involvement in interventions? → Encourage participation in therapy and reinforce strategies at home
22. Which of the following is an early sign of autism in toddlers? → Lack of eye contact
23. What is the recommended frequency for reviewing and updating behavior competency​ protocols? → Monitoring outcomes through regular data collection and trend analysis
24. Which professional most commonly leads sensory integration assessment and intervention for individuals with ASD? → Occupational therapist
25. Why is effective communication with parents important in autism support? → It helps build trust and supports collaboration
26. Which evidence-based practice involves breaking complex vocational or daily living tasks into small sequential steps for individuals with ASD? → Task analysis
27. A CAS specialist observing a nonverbal student with ASD who repeatedly bites their hand should first consider: → Assessing whether the behavior may serve a sensory or communicative function
28. What is an effective way to support parents of children with autism? → Provide resources and guidance to help them support their child
29. Which scenario would require a autism specialist professional to escalate a autism overview​ concern? → Creating feedback mechanisms that encourage continuous improvement
30. Which professional is most likely to conduct an autism evaluation in early childhood? → A developmental pediatrician