Graduate Certificate Autism Spectrum Disorder Specialist

Demand is high for trained special education professionals who specialize in Autism Spectrum Disorder.

The Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Specialist Certificate is 100% online and through four courses prepares you with the skills to understand the effects of ASD on individuals and their families, to complete Functional Behavior Assessments and create Behavior Intervention Plans, and implement best practices in teaching and supporting our students with ASD in their schools, homes, and communities.

Certificate Highlights

• Emphasis on evidence-based teaching strategies and research-based practices.
• Focus on Applied Behavior Analysis and sensorimotor interventions.
• Positive strategies for preventing and managing meltdowns.
• Child-centered approaches that focus on social, emotional, and cognitive functioning of students with ASD.