Certificate Program

Autism Spectrum Disorders Online

Further your career with an online Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) affects an estimated 1 in 68 individuals. There is a growing demand for highly trained professionals with the knowledge and skills to meet the educational and psychosocial needs of individuals with ASD.

Our graduates further their career as advocates for individuals with ASD in schools, hospitals, social service agencies, nonprofits and research organizations.

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Autism Spectrum Disorders Online

Advance Your Career

  • Autism Specialists
  • Consultants
  • Educators
  • Psychologists
  • Therapists
  • Medical Personnel
  • Speech and Language Pathologists

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Courses/Cost/Time

  • 5 online courses (15 hrs)
  • Estimate- $6,750
  • Finish in under a year
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NOTE:

This program does not lead to an initial teacher license. For info about licensure click here

Program Benefits

  • Six start dates throughout the year
  • Seven-week courses
  • 100 percent online
  • Advance your career
  • Enhance your credentials
  • Advance your professional knowledge

BGSU Degree | World-class faculty | 7-week courses | 100% online

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Program requirements

To obtain the BGSU Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders, participants in this program take five graduate-level courses developed to provide the skills needed to advocate for and support individuals with Autism through a focus on
evidence-based practices and strategies.

All courses are offered 100% online.

Course Requirements

Certificate Courses (15 hours) - Five Autism Spectrum Disorders courses:

  • EDIS 6440: Nature and Characteristics of Students with ASD
  •  EDIS 6460: Social, Sensory & Communication Issues for Students with ASD
  •  EDIS 6480: Assessment, Methods and Materials for Students with ASD
  •  EDIS 6700: Classroom & Behavior Management for Students with ASD
  • EDIS 6750: Evidence Based Practices and Strategies for Students with ASD

Application Requirements

To be accepted into this certificate program, applicants must have bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with an undergraduate cumulative GPA of 2.7 or graduate cumulative GPA of 3.0 (when graduate semester hours are 9 or greater).

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Note:  All graduate level programs use the same Graduate College Application. There is a non-refundable application fee.

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Submit Transcripts

As part of the online application process  you will upload scanned copies of transcripts from all institutions attended. Upon admission, final official transcripts from each degree-granting institution must be submitted to the Graduate College.

Non-native speakers of English must have a minimum 80 TOEFL IBT, 53 PTEA, or 7.0 IELTS score. For information visit the Educational Testing Service website.

Request that transcripts [and test scores, if
applicable] be sent directly to:

Graduate College
120 McFall Center
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH 43403-0180

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Statement of Purpose

As part of the online application process  you will upload a Statement of Purpose which should address:

  • your motivation for pursuing graduate study in your chosen field
  • what you hope to gain through graduate study
  • your career aspirations following completion of the program
  • your personal qualities that relate to your future success as a graduate student

 

 

You will be enrolled in and receive your graduate certificate from the College of Education & Human Development

Autism Spectrum Disorders is the fastest-growing developmental disability, and there is a high demand for trained professionals.