Online Graduate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders

Are you passionate about working with individuals with autism? Arizona State University’s graduate certificate in autism spectrum disorders (ASD) allows you to understand ASD characteristics and learn support strategies. You’ll also complete practical experiences, preparing you for professional or personal work with autistic children and adults.

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Quick facts

Next start date:

Next start date: 08/21/2025


Total classes:

Total classes: 5

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 7.5

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 15

Degree questions, answered

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What skills will I earn in this autism certificate program?

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Will my certificate say "online"?

No, Arizona State University’s certificates and diplomas don’t specify whether you earn them online or in person. All certificates, diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”

Featured ASD certificate courses

Courses in this autism certificate focus on learning about ASD attributes and implementing support strategies. You’ll also have the opportunity to work with an individual with ASD in a 45-hour practicum experience. This will allow you to gain experience and practice techniques you learn in class. Courses may include:


What can I do with an autism graduate certificate?

Upon earning this certificate, you can create and deploy strategies for supporting individuals with ASD in education, clinical or workplace settings. You’ll have the knowledge needed to pursue roles, such as special education coordinator, family support educator, classroom paraprofessional and more. You may also have opportunities to advance in your current career. Positions you might already be working in include, but aren’t limited to:

Education faculty who emphasize theory and practice

The Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation faculty draws from a range of academic disciplines including cognitive science, psychology and economics. They seek to answer questions about the process of learning, teaching practices and effects of education policy. Our faculty is also committed to connecting research to schools and other learning environments. They ensure teacher and leadership preparation programs combine scholarly rigor with practical application.

Education faculty who emphasize theory and practice

The Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation faculty draws from a range of academic disciplines including cognitive science, psychology and economics. They seek to answer questions about the process of learning, teaching practices and effects of education policy. Our faculty is also committed to connecting research to schools and other learning environments. They ensure teacher and leadership preparation programs combine scholarly rigor with practical application.

How to apply

Applicants to the autism spectrum disorder certificate online must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation.

Join one of the best colleges of education in the nation

Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation brings people and ideas together to increase the capabilities of educators and the performance of education systems. Our university has been recognized with peer-reviewed honors from U.S. News & World Report.

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Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

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