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The Centers for Disease Control estimates that 1 in 44 American children has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). There’s a nationwide shortage of teachers with an autism specialist certification to meet the needs of the ASD population. The Oakland University Advanced Graduate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder provides specialized training in ASD education for teachers with at least one prior special education endorsement. You can complete our online autism certification program in 12 to 24 months, making you eligible to obtain the ASD endorsement through the Michigan Department of Education. Educators with a certificate in ASD can enjoy careers in autism education as special educators, administrators, researchers, professors and service providers in various workplaces.
The Centers for Disease Control estimates that 1 in 44 American children has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). There’s a nationwide shortage of teachers with an autism specialist certification to meet the needs of the ASD population. The Oakland University Advanced Graduate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder provides specialized training in ASD education for teachers with at least one prior special education endorsement. You can complete our online autism certification program in 12 to 24 months, making you eligible to obtain the ASD endorsement through the Michigan Department of Education. Educators with a certificate in ASD can enjoy careers in autism education as special educators, administrators, researchers, professors and service providers in various workplaces.
Because autism diagnoses are rising so rapidly, there is tremendous demand for highly skilled special education teachers with an advanced certification in autism. After completing the autism certification online program at Oakland University, you’ll be well-prepared for a career in autism education to meet the educational needs of the ASD population.
Educators with an advanced autism specialist certification are in very high demand, and the need is growing. A certification in autism education equips you for jobs such as:
The advanced certification in autism program (36 credits) is for teachers who have at least one prior special education endorsement. The average time to complete the advanced autism certification online program is 12 to 24 months. Coursework covers a wide range of ASD education topics and strategies, preparing you to become an expert in the field. Courses in the online autism certificate program include:
Not sure if the Advanced Graduate Certification in Autism is right for you? Check out these other programs at Oakland, and contact our admissions team to discuss your options: