"I am loving my OU experience. I just told someone at lunch today about how much I’ve learned (and how hard I’ve worked) in just my first class towards my AI certificate. Learning online is right up my alley, as I need time to digest material, revisit it, and do it at my own pace and time, when I’m in the right frame of mind. I am thoroughly enjoying the experience.
OU is lucky to have such a fine team on their front line. I had a really nice experience in Dr. Laham’s Overview of ASD class. She spends a great deal of time giving individual feedback and designing projects that are flexible to fit one’s unique professional needs."
-- Carrie Carr, Autism Spectrum Disorder Specialist
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Overview
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The ASD Certificate is an 18- to 24-month, part-time program designed for individuals who currently have or are eligible to receive a teaching certificate in Michigan, and who wish to receive state certification to teach individuals on the autism spectrum. All credits may be applied to the M.Ed. in Special Education, which can be earned with as few as four additional classes, depending on prior credentials. Cohorts are currently offered in Birmingham, Flint, Howell, Macomb, Wayne, Grand Rapids (M.Ed. only), online and on campus. |
OU ASD Programs and Benefits
- Oakland University has been a leader in Autism education for over 25 years
- All credits apply to the Master of Education in Special Education
- Both the ASD certificate and optional M.Ed. are available to general and special education teachers alike
- Online, face-to-face or hybrid programs available
- Variety of face-to-face meeting locations in Michigan
- OU is a partner in the ACE online program, for current special education teachers seeking ASD as a subsequent certificate
- Team of expert faculty and special lecturers deliver unparalleled instruction
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First or Subsequent Special Education Endorsement/Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
| This stand-alone program requires 24 to 32 credits, depending on prior credentials. In this cohort model, individuals begin the program at the same time and follow a scheduled course sequence throughout the program. Generally, one or two courses are taken each semester. A practicum is required. |
Curriculum
Admission
Cohort Options
Information Meetings and Webinars
| Register to attend an information meeting or webinar. Learn more about OU's ASD and Special Education programs, locations and format options. |
Individual Appointments
| Schedule an individual appointment with the program director, Susan Martino. |
Master of Education in Special Education - Hybrid and Online Formats
- M.Ed. courses will be offered online starting with SE 502 in Fall, 2011
- Courses for M.Ed. can be taken at the same time as courses for the certificate part of the degree
- ASD certificate can be completed first to enhance employability; M.Ed. courses can be completed later if done within 6-year time frame allowed for the degree.
- All courses for the certificate as well as the M.Ed. will be offered online, with the exception of the Practicum
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Master of Education in Special Education, Grand Rapids
| Eighteen credits from the ACE certificate may be applied toward OU's M.Ed. in Special Education. Concurrent admittance may be possible, depending upon eligibility. Grand Rapids |
Teaching Careers in Special Education
Maximize Your Credits
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All credits from OU's ASD certificate may be applied toward OU's M.Ed. in Special Education.
No application fee | Tuition | Payment plan
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On-Site Training and Partnerships
Inquire about the benefits of OU on-site programs and partnership opportunities.
Interdisciplinary Certificate in Autism (ICA)
OU CARES, Dedicated to Improving the Quality of Life for Individuals with Autism and Families
| The School of Education and Human Services houses a one-of-a-kind autism center, OUCARES. |
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