Understand and meet the needs of individuals with autism
CERTIFICATE IN AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS
Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders
Educators specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorders work toward discovering the ways that autism challenges communication, socialization and behaviors.
Explore the following:
- The history and current thinking about autism, and its impact on socialization, communication, and behaviors.
- Identification and evaluation methods for autism.
- Processes for establishing priorities for educational needs and individual educational program plans with goals and objectives.
- Research, resources, and ongoing access to autism information.
Online, in person, hybrid or hyflex
Year round
Special Ed. student teachers experience the joys of work with students with autism.
Moving Beyond Autism Awareness to Autism Understanding & Acceptance
Coursework
Curriculum Requirements (12-15 credits)
SPED 750 Fundamentals of Special Education: Exceptionality, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
SPED 785 Applied Behavior Analysis: Behavioral Interventions and Learning Environments
SPED 716 Fundamentals: Students with Mild to Moderate NeedsSPED 702 Social and Communication Interventions
SPED 703 Methods: Autism Spectrum Disorder
Don’t take the summer off from learning
AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS (ASD) SUMMER INSTITUTE
Take courses toward an ASD Special Education License or ASD Certificate.