Autism Certificate - Pittsburg State University

Autism Certificate - Pittsburg State University The PSU Autism Certificate is a 1-year, 18-credit-hour hybrid online graduate certificate.

We welcome anyone with a bachelor's degree and an interest in learning about autism. The Department of Teaching and Leadership in the College of Education at Pittsburg State University offers a graduate certificates that focus on school-aged children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and also a program for early childhood. The school-ages programs are the certificate in “Classic” Autism and “Higher F

unctioning” Autism. The programs are designed to certify that educators, service providers and family members have developed specialized knowledge and skills related to the characteristics, methods of assessment and evidence-based practices for school-aged children. Single certificates are 15 credit hour programs and a dual certificate is an 18 credit hour program. The Early Childhood Autism Certificate is an 18 credit hour program for educators, home- and community-based providers and family members. The program is designed to certify that the individual completing the certificate has developed specialized knowledge and skills regarding the characteristics, methods of assessment and evidence-based practices for teaching young children, ages 0-5, with autism spectrum disorders and developmental delays. The early childhood coursework was developed in collaboration with professionals from the TASN-Autism and Tertiary Behavior Supports, KU Med - Center for Child Health and Development, Kansas Parent Information Resource Center, Families Together, Inc., Kansas Center For Autism Research and Training, Kansas early childhood special educators, and parents. Program Format: Online-Hybrid
For each course students are assigned learning modules to complete online. During the fall and spring semesters, at the end of each learning module, classes meet online for a 90 minute facilitated discussion (Tuesday evenings). Students must have access to high speed Internet (preferably hard-wired), a webcam, and a head-set.

05/28/2026

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Wonderful new opportunity for high school students to learn about becoming an educator. For details, contact Dr. Emily G...
05/21/2026

Wonderful new opportunity for high school students to learn about becoming an educator.

For details, contact Dr. Emily George: [email protected].

PITTSBURG, Kan. (KOAM) - Pittsburg State University’s College of Education will host a new overnight camp this summer for high school students who are interested in becoming educators.

05/08/2026

We are accepting applications for the fall 2026 cohort.

All students pay flat rate in-state tuition.

For more information, see our webpage bit.ly/PSUAUTISM26.

Families Together, Inc. is an awesome resource for Kansas families!
04/23/2026

Families Together, Inc. is an awesome resource for Kansas families!

Kacie Edleston discovered Families Together after she adopted her son Will. He has Down syndrome.

One of my awesome graduate students is conducting research for their thesis. They are looking for biological parents to ...
02/20/2026

One of my awesome graduate students is conducting research for their thesis.

They are looking for biological parents to participate in the study and wants to also include parents who have one or more children who are autistic (children who are not identified, have other disabilities, or are autistic). A link to their letter and flyer is below.

Thank you for helping them complete their research!

Dr. Terri Swanson

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1elvP0aL5oKMSx5JvKqDFVfNEbVdughV-gYM6xCI7w2U/edit?usp=sharing

SPED 520: Overview of Autism will be offered this spring. This multidisciplinary course is open to students in any degr...
10/17/2025

SPED 520: Overview of Autism will be offered this spring. This multidisciplinary course is open to students in any degree program, with 60 credit hours completed at a 2.5 GPA.

Reach out to Dr. Swanson with questions at [email protected].

Link to accessible flyer is in the first comment.

Wonderful opportunity for your kiddos who may have sensory differences, which may make healthcare appointments challengi...
10/17/2025

Wonderful opportunity for your kiddos who may have sensory differences, which may make healthcare appointments challenging!

See below for details.

Children with sensory needs or disabilities may find healthcare appointments challenging.

Little Explorers on October 25 helps children 0-12 and their families prepare for these challenges. Children will explore simulated stations for haircuts, vision, hearing, doctor, and dentist visits in a supportive environment.

Registration is required. Learn more and register here: http://bit.ly/3WHGQSd

10/16/2025

Ready for a career teaching children with disabilities, or know someone who would be an amazing educator?

🦍PittState's special education graduate programs offer several different endorsements, initial teaching licenses, and certificates.

🌻Only Kansas graduate-level program where you can earn both your high and low incidence endorsements at the same time.

🌻Program for paraeducators (with a bachelor's degree) to earn their initial teaching license at the graduate level, and complete the requirements on the job

🦍All students pay affordable in-state tuition (no matter where you live).
🦍The special education professors are awesome and want their students to succeed!

Fall Career Fair 2025October 14 from 10am-2pmSee the link for details:
09/30/2025

Fall Career Fair 2025
October 14 from 10am-2pm

See the link for details:

Fall Career Fair is an in-person, career fair event open to students from all majors and classifications. Students network with employers and learn more about opportunities available in their field…

October 24 - Education career fair.See below for details.
09/30/2025

October 24 - Education career fair.

See below for details.

Considering a career in education? Be sure to attend the Education Fair on October 24th.
RSVP: https://bit.ly/psucareerfairfall2025

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