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College of Education & Human Development Educational Psychology Special Education

Educational Psychology - Special Education
250 Education Sciences Building - 56 East River Road - Minneapolis, MN 55455 USA
Tel: 612-626-0367 - Fax: 612-624-8241

Certificate programs in special education

Applied behavior analysis

The certificate program in applied behavior analysis (ABA) is designed to prepare teachers and related service personnel to design and deliver services to pre-school children and youth with developmental and acquired disabilities.

This 12-credit program provides specialized training in methods of behavioral assessment, intervention, and treatment evaluation. Coursework will also address ethical issues regarding treatment delivery, and the need for supervision by qualified professionals. This population may be diagnosed with autism, emotional/behavioral disorders, and traumatic brain injuries.

Autism spectrum disorder

The certificate program in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is designed to prepare teachers and related service personnel to design and deliver services to children and youth with ASD and their families.

This 14-credit program offers specialized training in methods of assessment, intervention, and treatment evaluation. Admission is open to graduate and undergraduate students. ASD is a developmental disorder of neurobiological origin that can affect intellectual functioning, social abilities, and language and communication skills.

Career information

More information about the field of special education, the job outlook, and earnings are available from the following sources: Occupational Outlook Handbook (Bureau of Labor Statistics) and ISEEK.

July 2007  

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