Coursework
Candidates earn their authorization by taking the courses listed in one of the following areas below:
| Autism Spectrum Disorders | 12 units | |
|---|---|---|
SPED 503 Behavior Support to Students with Moderate to Severe Disabilities | 3 | |
SPED 512 Autism Spectrum Disorders: From Theory to Practice | 3 | |
SPED 522 Collaboration and Communication Skills of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder | 3 | |
SPED 542 Meeting the Academic Needs of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder | 3 | |
| Emotional Disturbance (Behavior Analysis) | 12 units | |
|---|---|---|
SPED 504 Introduction to Behavior Analysis in Applied Settings | 3 | |
SPED 514 Advanced Behavior Analysis in Applied Settings | 3 | |
SPED 524 Advanced Topical Study: Applications and Ethics in Applied Behavior Analysis | 3 | |
SPED 534 Single-case Designs: Measurement and Experimental Evaluation of Behavior | 3 | |
| Resource Specialist (RSP) | 12 units | |
|---|---|---|
SPED 546 Resource Specialist Communication Skills | 3 | |
SPED 547 Implementation of Special Education Legislation | 3 | |
SPED 548 Staff Development and Parent Education Techniques | 3 | |
SPED 549 Supervised Field Experience: Resource Specialist | 3 | |
Note: This information is current for the 2012–13 academic year; however, all stated academic information is subject to change. Please refer to the current Academic Catalog for more information. For additional information, please contact the appropriate office.