Early Interventions in Autism & Sensory Impairments Graduate Certificate

18 credit hours

WE PLAY FOR THERAPY, MEETING CHILD AND FAMILY OUTCOMES! The blended (online, hybrid distance) 18-hour certificate program trains educators and professionals to work with the parents and caregivers of young children who need special attention when it comes to meeting developmental benchmarks and sensory needs. Program outcomes include building partnerships with parents and caregivers, understanding the characteristics of children with developmental delays, and family-centered practices. Although this program would help you prepare for the standardized state teacher assessments, it does not include Missouri Teacher Certification.

Requirements

Certificate Coursework

15 credit hours of coursework from the following options:

EDS 56000 - Introduction to Family Centered Practices for Early Interventions in Autism, Visual Impairment, Deaf/Hard of Hearing Credit Hour: 3
EDS 56100 - Characteristics of Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders Credit Hour: 3
EDS 56200 - Characteristics and Strategies for working with Infants and Young Children with Vision Impairments Credit Hour: 3
EDS 56300 - Characteristics and Strategies for working with Young Children with Deaf/Hard of Hearing Impairments Credit Hour: 3
EDS 57100 - Transitioning to the IEP: Working with Families to Navigate the Early Intervention Process Credit Hour: 3

Elective Coursework

3 credit hours of coursework from the following options:

EDS 57000 - Methodologies for Teaching Young Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders Credit Hour: 3
EDS 57200 - Designing Effective Classrooms for Young Children with Autism Spectrum Credit Hour: 3