Addressing the training gaps for ASD specialists in Kazakhstan: A forecast-based approach.

IF 1.3 Q3 EDUCATION, SCIENTIFIC DISCIPLINES
Journal of Education and Health Promotion Pub Date : 2025-07-31 eCollection Date: 2025-01-01 DOI:10.4103/jehp.jehp_1040_24
Ainagul Rymkhanova, Saltanat Mulikova, Alfina Sakayeva, Zhanar Akhmetzhanova, Sara Zhanibekova, Assem Bekmaganbetova
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Background: Studying the problems of training personnel to work with children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) in the Republic of Kazakhstan is of high relevance and importance due to the trend of stable growth in the number of children in this category, indicating the need for systemic development and timely solutions. This study investigates the gaps in training for ASD specialists and provides a forecast-based approach to address these needs effectively.

Materials and methods: The study utilized stratified random sampling to ensure the representativeness of each key participant group: children with ASD of different age categories, participants from various geographical regions of Kazakhstan, educators, health professionals, and social workers. Data were collected from children with ASD, teachers, specialists working with these children, doctors involved in diagnosis and treatment, and social support specialists. This comprehensive approach allowed for a detailed understanding of the challenges and needs related to ASD in Kazakhstan. Additionally, mathematical modeling and forecasting methods were employed to predict the increase in the number of children with ASD, facilitating the development of targeted educational programs for training specialists at undergraduate and graduate levels and improving the qualifications of practicing professionals.

Results: The study revealed significant insights into the current state of ASD specialist training in Kazakhstan. The data indicated a lack of sufficient training programs tailored to the needs of children with ASD. The forecast predicted a continuous rise in the number of children diagnosed with ASD, emphasizing the urgency for developing additional educational and training programs. The findings highlighted the necessity for an integrated approach to support ASD children, including the development of individual educational strategies, psychological programs for enhancing social, communication, and adaptive skills, and robust support systems for families.

Conclusion: The study underscores the critical need for systemic improvements in the training of specialists working with children with ASD in Kazakhstan. By forecasting the rising trend of ASD diagnoses, it emphasizes the importance of proactive measures in developing comprehensive educational and training programs. The results advocate for a multifaceted approach, incorporating pedagogical, psychological, medical, and social aspects to create an inclusive and supportive environment for children with ASD and their families. This approach aims to improve early detection, treatment, and overall outcomes for children with ASD, ensuring better integration and support within the educational and social systems.

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解决哈萨克斯坦ASD专家的培训差距:基于预测的方法。
背景:研究哈萨克斯坦共和国自闭症谱系障碍(ASD)儿童工作人员的培训问题具有高度的相关性和重要性,因为这一类别的儿童数量呈稳定增长的趋势,表明需要系统发展和及时解决。本研究调查了ASD专家培训中的差距,并提供了一种基于预测的方法来有效地解决这些需求。材料和方法:研究采用分层随机抽样,以确保每个关键参与者群体的代表性:不同年龄类别的ASD儿童,来自哈萨克斯坦不同地理区域的参与者,教育工作者,卫生专业人员和社会工作者。数据收集自自闭症儿童、教师、与这些儿童一起工作的专家、参与诊断和治疗的医生以及社会支持专家。这种综合方法可以详细了解哈萨克斯坦与自闭症障碍相关的挑战和需求。此外,采用数学建模和预测方法预测自闭症儿童数量的增长,促进制定有针对性的教育计划,培养本科和研究生水平的专家,提高执业专业人员的资格。结果:该研究揭示了哈萨克斯坦ASD专家培训现状的重要见解。数据表明,针对自闭症儿童的需求,缺乏足够的培训项目。该预测预测,被诊断为自闭症谱系障碍的儿童数量将持续上升,强调了制定额外教育和培训计划的紧迫性。研究结果强调了支持ASD儿童的综合方法的必要性,包括发展个人教育策略,提高社会、沟通和适应技能的心理项目,以及为家庭提供强有力的支持系统。结论:该研究强调了在哈萨克斯坦从事ASD儿童工作的专家培训方面进行系统改进的迫切需要。通过预测ASD诊断的上升趋势,它强调了在制定综合教育和培训计划方面采取积极措施的重要性。研究结果提倡采用多方面的方法,将教学、心理、医学和社会方面结合起来,为自闭症儿童及其家庭创造一个包容和支持性的环境。该方法旨在改善自闭症儿童的早期发现、治疗和总体结果,确保更好地融入教育和社会系统并获得支持。
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