Special Education: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

School of Education and Human Services

Oakland University's Special Education: ASD programs focus on learning, instruction and development - with regard to special populations, and in-depth preparation in the area of autism spectrum disorders. Exploration of theory and research as well as advanced application in instruction and assessment with selected populations are integrated throughout the degree.

Delivery Type: 100% online with practicum/student teaching completed at an approved site (if applicable)

Credit required:

• MEd in Special Education with concentration in Autism Spectrum Disorder - 45 credits
• Graduate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder Education: Advanced - 20 to 36 credits
• Graduate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder Education: Basic - 28 to 36 credits
• Graduate Certificate in Autism for Multiple Disciplines - 24 credits

Cost of degree: Tuition rates

Projected National Average Salary: $35,800

Projected National Job Growth: 6.4%

Who should apply:
Master's Program: Certified teachers who are interested in teaching to those with special needs, in particular autism spectrum disorders.

ASD Education: Advanced Certificate: Teachers who already have one or more special education endorsements who would like to add the Autism Spectrum Disorder endorsement to their current teaching certificate.

ASD Education: Basic Certificate: Teachers who would like to add the Autism Spectrum Disorder endorsement to their current teaching certificate, but do not currently have any special education endorsements. 

Autism for Multiple Disciplines: Non-teaching staff members that work with students with autism, such as school psychologists, social workers, speech pathologists and occupational therapists.

Who is hiring OU grads: School districts across Michigan.

*Data was last reviewed in February 2024. Projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.