Autism Spectrum Disorders (Graduate Certificate)
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Learn how to support and advocate for individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Through this curriculum that blends theory with practice, you'll become skilled in conducting evidence-based interventions and promoting specialized learning strategies.
The graduate certificate program in autism spectrum disorders is ideal if you are an educator, interventionist, paraprofessional, psychologist, behavior analyst or family member and want to enhance your preparation for working with individuals with autism spectrum disorders.
You can complete the graduate certificate within two years while pursuing a graduate degree, or you can complete it as a stand-alone certificate.
If you're interested in sitting for the national Board Certified Behavior Analyst® exam, you should apply for the Master of Arts program in special education with a concentration in applied behavior analysis or the applied behavior analysis graduate certificate, depending on your interest and need.
- College/school:
Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation
- Location: Online
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
Students can complete two graduate certificate programs and combine them into a Master of Advanced Study degree, giving ultimate flexibility to build their own master’s degree. Interested students can learn more about MAS requirements and the admission process.
15 credit hours
Required Core (9 credit hours) Restricted Electives (6 credit hours)
SPE 521 Foundations of Autism Spectrum Disorders (3)
SPE 525 Measurement, Data Display, Interpretation and Experimental Design (3)
SPE 540 Family-Centered Practices (3)
SPE 520 Verbal Behavior (3)
SPE 527 Behavior Analytic Assessment (3)
SPE 541 Consultation Frameworks and Issues (3)
SPE 560 Behavior Change Procedures: Implementing Interventions in Behavior Analysis (3)
SPE 564 Controversial Therapies; Science, Fad and Pseudoscience in Educational Settings (3)
SPE 566 Applied Behavior Analysis in Inclusive Settings (3)
SPE 567 Ethics of Applied Behavior Analysis (3)
SPE 598 Special Topics (3)
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
U.S.
applicants | International
applicants | English
proficiency
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation.
Applicants must have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in any field from a regionally accredited institution.
Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.
All applicants must submit:
- graduate admission application and application fee
- official transcripts
- personal statement describing the applicant's interests and reason for seeking this degree
- resume
- proof of English proficiency
Additional Application Information
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency.
GRE scores are not required for admission.
ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program’s learning outcomes include the following:
- Critically evaluate research literature generated in the field of autism.
- Evaluate intervention plans for individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
- Consult with families and other professionals on the care of individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
Students gain specialized skills and knowledge to work effectively and compassionately with children and adults, including family members, impacted by autism.
This program could enhance the practice of individuals in careers such as these:
- adapted physical education specialist
- clinical psychologist
- counselor
- special education teacher
- speech-language pathologist
Division for Advancing Education Policy, Practice
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AOB 300
GraduateEducation@asu.edu
480-965-5555
Program term definitions
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
ASU adds new programs to Degree Search frequently. Come back often and look for the "New Programs" option.
ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
The Western Regional Graduate Program (WRGP) provides a reduced tuition rate to non-resident graduate students who qualify. Visit the WRGP/WICHE webpage for more information: https://graduate.asu.edu/wiche.
