Autism for Educators

Autism for Educators

Degree Type

9-credit Technical Certificate

Program Code

40-522-CC

Time to Degree

Less than 1 year

Start Date

August

How You'll Learn

Online

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Weekend

Learn characteristics, strategies and techniques to promote educational and social success in individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This certificate is designed for educators and paraprofessionals interested in learning how to support individuals with ASD in classroom settings.

Deadlines To Know*

Fall 2024 Start

  • Application Opens: September 1, 2023
  • Application Deadline: August 5, 2024

Spring 2025 Start

  • This program cannot be started in spring.

Summer 2024 Start

  • This program cannot be started in summer.

* Submit all checklist items by the application deadline. Apply early; deadlines are subject to change based on program demand.

Tuition Costs

The cost of your degree depends on a number of factors, including where you live, how your program is delivered, how long it takes to finish your program and the financial aid you receive. Explore current tuition and fees.

How To Apply

Questions on the application process? Visit the Admissions page or contact an Enrollment Counselor.

 

Program Details

Questions? We'd love to help! Connect with our Enrollment team by filling out our online form or by email at enroll@wctc.edu.

This program is open to qualified high school applicants. Learn more >

This certificate does not qualify for financial aid. To qualify for most federal financial aid, a student must be enrolled in a technical diploma or associate degree program.

What Makes This Program Unique?

1

Gain a foundational understanding of the causes and characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder.

2

Learn specialized training in response to intervention and applied behavior analysis.

3

Quickly and effectively learn how to best support children with autism in the classroom.

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