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 only Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder (PBC-ASD) program in Louisiana.
The 15-hour, five-course PBC-ASD is through ULM 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 ULM Online. Taught in eight-week formats, the courses must be completed in sequence. Coursework
includes writing reports, making presentations and examinations.
Courses are taught by ULM faculty who are directly involved with the Autism Center at ULM. The faculty have extensive training, education and experience
working with individuals with ASD and their families.
Requirements are a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university and a 2.75 GPA
or better.
The PBC-ASD is for those wanting to learn more about ASD and those with years of experience.
“This certificate offers anyone with a bachelor's degree to learn more about supporting
individuals with ASD and their families across the lifespan,” said Dr. David Irwin,
professor and director of ULM's Speech-Language Pathology Program and director of the
Autism Center at ULM.
“By following the correct sequence, it is possible for a student to complete all 15
hours in 12 months,” Irwin said.
Those interested are encouraged to apply early due to limited enrollment, https://www.ulm.edu/onlinedegrees/howtoapply.html.
Regular registration ends Aug. 9, late registration Aug. 10-23 ($100 fee) and classes
begin Aug. 19, https://www.ulm.edu/schedule/documents/fall19-important-dates.pdf.
For more information on the PBC-ASD program, contact Dr. David Irwin, irwin@ulm.edu
or ULM 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
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University of Louisiana at Monroe Important Dates FALL FULL TERM2019 AUG 19 – DEC
6 1ST 8-WEEKS AUG 19 – OCT 11 2ND 8-WEEKS OCT 14 – DEC 6 Classes Begin August 19 August
19 October 14 Last Day to Add/Drop w/ no “W” August 23, 11:30 a.m. August 23 11:30
a.m. October 18, 11:30 a.m. Midterm Grading
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