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Graduate Certificate in
Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Next ArrowTOTAL CREDITS 15
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NEXT APPLICATION DATE:
December 13, 2024

About this Program


Enhance your skills and gain advanced credentials to implement evidence-based and research-based practices when working with individuals with autism through this 15-hour online graduate certificate program. This program is ideal for special educators, related service providers, and other stakeholders who serve the ASD population. The online modality provides the flexibility for students to attend class from any location. Many courses are synchronous, and students will log-on during prescribed class times.

This online certificate program will allow educators to gain the skills necessary to serve as specialists in district and school-wide programs to support students with autism in improving areas of communication, socialization, behavior, and access to the general education curriculum.



 

Designed For

This program ideal for educators, therapists, and healthcare professionals seeking to deepen their understanding and enhance their skills in supporting individuals on the spectrum. It would also benefit parents and caregivers who want to gain practical knowledge to better advocate for and assist their loved ones.

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Graduate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder

Offered by the College of Education

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What You’ll Learn


Through this online graduate certificate program, students will be able to:
   a) demonstrate an understanding of the history and current trends in the field of autism
   b) select, implement, and provide instruction to others on evidence-based and research-based instructional strategies
   c) identify a range of environmental supports, particularly organization and structure, that can help create predictable environments to maximize success for learning, independence, etc.
   d) implement knowledge gained in focus-area coursework
   e) consider various perspectives of autism as they related to the learning objectives covered in each course

Course Examples

  • EDS 660 - Contemporary Topics in ASD
  • EDS 661 – Advanced Instructional Strategies for Individuals with ASD
  • EDS 663 – ASD Institute
  • 2 approved electives of your choice

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How to Apply

Admissions Criteria

Application Requirements

Standard graduate application requirements apply. 

Student may submit an optional Statement of Purpose with their application.

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Program Contact

Justin Lane
Associate Professor

Deadlines

Fall 2025

Application Due Date:
07/25/2025
Start Date:
08/25/2025

Spring 2025

Application Due Date:
12/13/2024
Start Date:
01/13/2025

Summer 2025

Application Due Date:
04/19/2025
Start Date:
05/19/2025

Why UK Online

Once you become a student, you will have access to a wide variety of academic support services to maximize your success. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Admissions

The only degree needed to enroll in a graduate certificate program is a bachelor's degree.

Yes, graduate certificates can be  taken by themselves. Our graduate certificate programs are designed to allow students to gain very specific skills and knowledge in a shorter amount of time than our degree programs in similar areas. Certificate programs can be useful to your career by itself, or when coupled with a degree-bearing program. This choice is completely up to the student.

Please view the Admission Criteria section, located under "How to Apply" on this page.

Tuition

The tuition rate for this program is listed at the top of this page. If you still have questions, please reach out to the program representative.

Yes! For graduate students who enroll full-time (9+ credit hours) exclusively in a distance education program, will receive a capped tuition rate. To see the current term’s capped tuition rate, please visit https://www.uky.edu/studentaccount/tuition and look for “Graduate Students Enrolled Exclusively in Distance Education Courses -- full-time.” This is the per semester rate you will pay when enrolled for 9 or more credit hours. Please note, this rate only applies to programs using the standard graduate tuition rate. 

For our fully-online programs, it does not matter what state you live in. The rate is the same no matter where you live.

Online Learning

No, all classes are asynchronous. This means that students complete the course requirements according to the syllabus and deadlines, but they have flexibility within their own schedule to complete coursework at times that work best for their schedule. We recommend students log in everyday to ensure they are staying on top of communication and assignments.

It's important to know how to approach learning in an online program. Online classes are not harder nor easier than in-person classes, but they are different due to their asynchronous modality. This means students should expect to:

Develop a routine: Login to your online class routinely (we recommend at least once daily) to receive updates and contribute meaningfully to any ongoing discussions.

Be good time managers: Determine when you have time to work on coursework throughout the week so you don't fall behind or put off assignments until the last minute.

Communicate: If you are having any trouble, message your peers and/or your instructor right away to ask for help or clarification. Never be afraid to reach out to your instructors or Student Affairs if you need assistance--we have many resources to help you, but we need to know your situation to act accordingly on your behalf.

If you need additional support in navigating the online classroom, Canvas (our learning management system) has a number of helpful tools, including a module for new students that walks through everything you need to know about navigating information in your online class.

No, you are awarded the same diploma from UK as students who take classes in-person. There is no denotation of “online” on your diploma or your transcripts.

Yes. Our faculty are happy to meet with our students by phone call, email, or an online meeting. You are also welcome to set up an in-person appointment if you ever find yourself in Lexington.

No, there is no on-campus requirement.

Students should consult with their licensure board to verify if this program will meet licensure requirements for the state in which they will practice. UK has assembled a database of licensure information for different states. However, the ultimate responsibility for verifying this information prior to enrollment lies with the student.

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Distance Learning Authorization & Licensure

Where you live matters when completing distance education activities. If you will live outside of Kentucky while completing your program, please check the Distance Learning Authorization & Licensure page to confirm that the program can be offered in your state or country, and if relevant, that it meets professional licensure requirements in your state. Please note: Admission and enrollment in a fully-online program can NOT lead to the issuance of a J-1 or F-1 student visa.

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