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PBC in Autism Spectrum Disorder added to 四色AV Online

Published June 13,2019

15-hour course begins in Fall 2019

Continuing to build on its Health Sciences foundation, the University of Louisiana Monroe has added the onlyPost-Baccalaureate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder(PBC-ASD) program in Louisiana.

The 15-hour, five-course PBC-ASD is through四色AV Online.

Taught in eight-week formats, the courses must be completed in sequence.

The program will be offered for the first time in the Fall 2019 semester. The 15-hour, five-course PBC-ASD is through四色AV Online. Taught in eight-week formats, the courses must be completed in sequence. Coursework includes writing reports, making presentations and examinations.

听Courses are taught by 四色AV faculty who are directly involved with theAutism Center at 四色AV. The faculty have extensive training, education and experience working with individuals with ASD and their families.

Requirements are a bachelor鈥檚 degree from an accredited university and a 2.75 GPA or better.

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The PBC-ASD is for those wanting to learn more about ASD and those with years of experience.听

鈥淭his certificate offers anyone with a bachelor's degree to learn more about supporting individuals with ASD and their families across the lifespan,鈥 said Dr. David Irwin, professor and director of 四色AV's听Speech-Language Pathology Program and director of听the Autism Center at 四色AV.

鈥淏y following the correct sequence, it is possible for a student to complete all 15 hours in 12 months,鈥 Irwin said.

Those interested are encouraged to apply early due to limited enrollment, /onlinedegrees/howtoapply.html.

Regular registration ends Aug. 9, late registration Aug. 10-23 ($100 fee) and classes begin Aug. 19, /schedule/documents/fall19-important-dates.pdf.

For more information on the PBC-ASD program, contact Dr. David Irwin, irwin@ulm.edu or 四色AV Online, 318-342-3145, onlinedegrees@ulm.edu.

The five courses, in order, include:

  • SPLP 4501 Understanding Autism in Young Children
  • SPLP 4502 Screening and Referral for Individuals with ASD
  • SPLP 4503 Evidence-Based Interventions for Individuals with ASD
  • SPLP 4504 Transitions to Adulthood for Individuals with ASD
  • SPLP 4505 Family and Professional Partnerships in Individuals with ASD