This is an opportunity to gain formal recognition for completing courses and experiences specifically focused on learning and communication in children with autism.  Students completing this certificate program will learn about communication development in children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and learn about behavioral intervention strategies. It is designed to promote interest in undergraduates who may be considering careers such as education or becoming a therapist. An additional goal is to promote awareness of some of the communication challenges faced by individuals with ASD so that participants in the certificate program will become more informed citizens in our increasingly diverse world. Completion of the certificate will be noted on student’s transcripts. 

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
SPLH 430	Communication in Autism	3
or SPLH 830	Communication in Autism
ABSC 350	Applied Behavior Analysis in Early Childhood Education & Intervention	3
Complete one of the following courses in Speech-Language-Hearing:
SPLH 161	Survey of Communication Disorders	3
SPLH 566	Language Development	3
SPLH 498	Departmental Research	1-8
Complete one of the following (hands-on experiences)
ABSC 680	Practicum in Advanced Laboratory in the Development of Behavioral Treatments for Children with Autsm	1-6
SPLH 452	Examining Global Perspectives in Speech-Language-Hearing: ______	3
A minimum of 12 credit hours required to complete certificate