Graduate Certificate in Autism Education
Improve Special Education in the Classroom with an Online Graduate Certificate in Autism Education
Without specialized training, teachers may struggle to meet the needs of students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). These students may face overwhelming social, educational, and behavioral challenges and it takes special care to help these students grow to their fullest potential. In as little as one semester, Liberty University’s online Graduate Certificate in Autism Education can prepare you to effectively address the needs of students on the autism spectrum and help guide them to succeed in their education.
As a pioneer in distance learning since 1985 and a Christian university recognized for its academic quality, affordability, and accessibility, Liberty combines academic excellence with a biblical worldview. Liberty’s online education classes will help you develop better assessment and teaching methods to help minister to the academic, emotional, and spiritual needs of special education students. The flexible and affordable online format lets you stay connected with your family, your church, and your work. Through a curriculum that is built upon biblical values and principles, you can create a positive learning environment in the classroom for every student.
What Will You Study in Our Graduate Certificate in Autism Education Online Program?
- Behavior management techniques.
- Characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder and assessment.
- Communication, language, and sensory aspects of autism.
In Liberty University’s online autism certificate, you will explore the characteristics of the autism spectrum and intervention strategies for students with autism. Whether you are currently serving as a special education teacher, early childhood teacher, or simply seeking to gain a better understanding of the autism spectrum, Liberty’s Graduate Autism Education Certificate will equip you with the training you need.
You may also be interested in exploring our certificate in gifted education or our master’s degree in education or teaching.
Benefits of Our Online Autism Education Graduate Certificate
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online autism education certificate from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Online undergraduate tuition rates have been frozen for the last 10 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- This graduate certificate can be completed in as little as 1 semester.
- You can transfer earned credit hours from the autism certificate into a related graduate program, with approval.
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses.
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences).
These rates are reflective of academic year 2024-2025. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the certificate total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
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With over 600 online degrees, we have something that will accommodate your dreams and calling.
Backed by a brick-and-mortar campus
Our residential campus ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America. That commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well.
No tuition increase for 9 years
We want to help you pursue your goals – so while tuition rates at most universities have continued to increase over the years, the majority of our rates haven’t.
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