Graduate Certificate in Autism at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University offers the Graduate Certificate of Autism as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its Hickory campus in Boone , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 1 year, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for autism and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 21, 2026.

About Graduate Certificate in Autism

The number of people diagnosed with autism is increasing. Educators need current information, strategies and support in using evidence-based practices in schools and communities. Appalachian's Autism Graduate Certificate is a post-baccalaureate program that prepares educators to meet the range of individual needs of people with a label of autism spectrum disorders.

The program provides participants with research-based methods, communication techniques, and skills in teaching students with autism spectrum disorders, along with proficiency in individualizing instruction and treatment.

Disciplines

Human Services

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Graduate Certificate in Autism at Appalachian State University

Entry Requirements

Submit your graduate application online.
Pay the non-refundable application fee online.
Provide names of three references.
Upload your current resume or vita.
Submit official scores from the appropriate standardized test (GRE, GMAT, MAT). Test waivers may be available for certain programs.
Submit unofficial transcript(s) from all colleges or universities from which you earned a degree, or that you have attended within the past five years. Transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES accredited evaluation service(link is external).
Provide proof of English proficiency.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Career Opportunities after Completing Graduate Certificate in Autism

Teacher in public or private school setting
ESL Teacher
Adjunct Professor
Child Development Center Director
Child Development Specialist
Director of Special Education
Educational Diagnostician

Fee Information

Application Fee 65

How to Apply

If you have previously started or submitted an application to the Graduate School at Appalachian, select "Log in" under Returning users and login using the same email address as before, then select Start New Application.

To start a new application to the Graduate School, select "Create an account" under First-time users if you have never had an account with us before and follow the instructions.

Graduate Certificate in Autism at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University

United States of America, Boone