Admissions/Enrollment
Clients meet initial admission eligibility if the following conditions are met:
- The client must have an autism spectrum disorder, (Autistic Disorder: DSM-IV 299.00, Asperger’s Disorder: DSM-IV 299.80, Pervasive Developmental Disorder NOS: DSM-IV 299.80), or a related disorder as documented by a qualified professional. A medical assessment is required by a developmental pediatrician.
- The client must be between the ages of 30 months and 8 years old at the time of acceptance into the Early Intervention program.
- The client must undergo an assessment at Alia in order to get a general indication whether the current program would be suitable for him/her.
- The client is not determined to be medically fragile or in need of specialized health care services.
- The family is dedicated, has the time to be highly involved in the program and is an active member in the society supporting its mission and cause.
- Priority is given to Bahrain Nationals.
- The financial status of the family would be considered. Those that are better able to cover required expenses will have an advantage.
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