Autism Studies
Graduate Certificate
About this program
Are you passionate about learning how to support and advocate for Autism and the Autistic experience in ways that truly make a difference? The Graduate Certificate in Autism Studies offers you the opportunity to deepen your understanding and practice through hands-on learning and meaningful coursework. This program focuses on inclusive, neurodiversity-affirming approaches that center the voices, values and lived experiences of autistic people. You’ll explore current research, emerging perspectives, and real-world applications that prepare you to promote belonging and equity across diverse settings. Designed for graduate students and professionals from a range of backgrounds—educators, therapists, advocates, family members, and self-advocates alike—this certificate provides a collaborative space to grow your knowledge, skills and impact.
Program Curriculum and Requirements
Program Scope
The Graduate Certificate in Autism Studies is a specialized program of study for professionals seeking to gain competence in providing meaningful support for children, youth and adults with autism from all walks of life. Through participation in coursework and relevant field experiences, candidates will acquire applied knowledge of contemporary theory, research and emergent issues to guide them in their respective professions across settings. Emphasis is on advancing humanistic, inclusive and neurodiversity affirming practices that are grounded in the values, preferences and lived experiences of autistic people. The certificate is designed for graduate students or post-graduate professionals representing diverse disciplines, including educators, therapists, advocates, self-advocates, family members and others from a variety of fields and backgrounds.
Program Learning Outcomes
Students will acquire applied knowledge of current theory, research, and practice to guide them in working with individuals with autism from early childhood to adulthood.