Arizona State University, USA, Tempe

Autism Spectrum Disorders (School-Based), Postgraduate Certificate

Course Highlights

This certificate plan is appropriate if you desire specialized training in autism spectrum disorders for school-based populations

Career Opportunities

Students who earn a a degree in child and family studies can find a variety of social work-related opportunities. Career opportunities are available in research and teaching, including job titles such as human sciences professor, child advocate, grief counselor and youth outreach coordinator. Graduates with a degree in food and nutrition can pursue a wide variety of career options as dieticians, nutritionists, food research technicians and educators. While most programs are designed to train educators in the field of consumer sciences, graduates may be prepared for a number of additional job opportunities in social services and social services administration. Job titles for human science degrees also might include: Social services program director Human services coordinator Nutritionist Child welfare worker Program developer Family advocate

Course Overview

What Can I Do with a Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders (School-Based) This certificate plan is appropriate if you desire specialized training in autism spectrum disorders for school-based populations. This graduate certificate through Northern Arizona University prepares candidates to work with parents, teachers, direct care staff or others who support children with ASD. After successfully completing these courses, you will receive an NAU graduate certificate in the area of autism. Successful graduates are qualified to be an Autism Specialist or Autism Support Professional (ASP). Graduate Certificate program in Autism Spectrum Disorders prepares students to provide leadership to school and/or agency teams in order to meet the needs of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders in the school setting. As the number of autism diagnoses continues to climb, the demand for professionals with the knowledge and understanding of the characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorders and the ability to adapt teaching and learning environments to support these students has become a strong need in the educational professions. In our program, teachers and leaders of elementary and secondary institutions learn how to plan and develop meaningful instruction and assessment by using evidence-based instructional strategies that support these students in their classroom and social environments. Our students also learn how to remain on top of their field, using the most current research to adapt their teaching and leadership practices for students having Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Subjects

Programme Structure Courses Included: Introduction To Autism Spectrum Disorders Introduction To Positive Behavior Support Advanced Methods in Special Education: Moderate to Severe Disabilities Fieldwork Experience Advanced Methods and Assessment in Special Education: Autism Spectrum Disorders

Fees

USD/module

Academic Entry Requirement

You need the following GPA score: Required score: 3 Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale). Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F). Admission Requirements: NAU Graduate Online application is required for all programs. Details on admission requirements are included in the online application. Undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A"), or the equivalent. Admission to many graduate programs is on a competitive basis, and programs may have higher standards than those established by the Graduate College. Transcripts Individual program admission requirements include: 2 letters of recommendation Prerequisites (may be completed concurrently with the program) Introduction to Special Education or Foundations of Special Education in Low Incidence Disabilities Responses to specific essay questions Prior experience in the field IVP Fingerprint clearance card

English Entry Requirement

6.5

Contact Details

Arizona State University