Autism Graduate Certificate

Program Code: GCERT_718A_1
CIP Code: 13.1013

Program of Study for the Graduate Certificate in Autism

Admission Requirements: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; complete the application to the Graduate School .

Note: This certificate does not lead to NC licensure, but may be used toward the fulfillment of the 36-hour requirement for the MA degree in Special Education.

To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the criteria for admission to the Graduate School . Meeting this condition does not guarantee admission.

Location: On Campus

Course Requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Autism

Total Required (Minimum 12 Hours)

Required Courses (12 Hours)

Choose Four from the Following Courses

LIT 5010 - Literacy Instruction and Assessment for Students with Autism (3)
SPE 5110 - Nature of Autism (3)
SPE 5120 - Effective Educational Practices for Students with Autism (3)
SPE 5130 - Assistive Technologies in Support of Individuals with Autism (3)
SPE 5140 - Social Communication in Autism (3)
SPE 5150 - Advanced Classroom Management and Behavior Support (3)
SPE 5500 - Independent Study (1-4) (when the topic is related to Autism, 3 Hours)
SPE 5530-5539 - Selected Topics (1-4) (when the topic is related to Autism, 3 Hours)
CSD 5530-5549 - Selected Topics (1-4) (when the topic is related to Autism, 3 Hours)