Certificate programs in special education
Applied behavior analysis
The certificate program in applied behavior analysis (ABA) is
designed to prepare teachers and related service personnel to design
and deliver services to pre-school children and youth with
developmental and acquired disabilities.
This 12-credit program provides specialized training in methods
of behavioral assessment, intervention, and treatment evaluation.
Coursework will also address ethical issues regarding treatment
delivery, and the need for supervision by qualified professionals.
This population may be diagnosed with autism, emotional/behavioral
disorders, and traumatic brain injuries.
Autism spectrum disorder
The certificate program in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is
designed to prepare teachers and related service personnel to design
and deliver services to children and youth with ASD and their
families.
This 14-credit program offers specialized training in methods of
assessment, intervention, and treatment evaluation. Admission is
open to graduate and undergraduate students. ASD is a developmental
disorder of neurobiological origin that can affect intellectual
functioning, social abilities, and language and communication
skills.
Career information
More information about the field of special education, the job
outlook, and earnings are available from the following sources:
Occupational Outlook
Handbook (Bureau of Labor Statistics) and
ISEEK.
July 2007 |
