Course Detail: CEPD-CTACOL - Autism Certificate

Autism Certificate

Course Fee: $295

Dates: Start anytime 

Times: Online, open enrollment

Course Description: In partnership with International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards, IBCCES, GovState's School of Extended Learning is pleased to offer two Autism Certifications. The Autism Certificate (AC) is available for all professionals employed in a setting that requires you to work or have contact with individuals with autism. This Certificate recognizes professionals dedicated to promoting quality care in the field of Autism. The Autism Certificate does not require a Master's degree.

Autism Certificate Benefits:

  • Demonstrate autism commitment to parents, supervisors and colleagues
  • Promote a higher standard of care for those on the autism spectrum
  • Improve quality of instruction in the classroom or clinic
  • Be recognized as a leader by your peers and maximize your earning potential

14 hours of continuing education that directly relates to autism (either previously earned or obtained through IBCCES); renewed every two years. (Renewal fee: $149.00 every two years (Additional $51 for renewal training))

Becoming certified takes these steps:

  1. Complete Online Training Program
  2. Pass the online Autism Certificate Competency Exam (included in registry fee)
  3. IBCCES Verification
  4. Board Approval
  5. Certification Issued

Students will have 60-days access to complete the self-paced training (14 CE Hours).

Students will be provided a PDF study guide to download and keep as a reference. The assessment is online, multiple-choice and timed (must be completed in one sitting). Must score 80% or higher. There are no limits to the number of retakes and accommodations are available upon request. 

Pre-Requisite: Bachelors level program + working with or soon to be working with clients with autism

Books: Online materials included in course fee. Registration indicates that you have read and agreed to the IBCCES Financial Terms and Conditions, Ethical Responsibilities and Standards of Practice, as well as the IBCCES Privacy Policy

All sales are final, no refund policy applies to this course. *Registration fee includes 14 CE hours of online training, application fee, exam, and credential. ** If you need ASHA, AOTA or APTA hours please email us after signup to receive position-specific program access.


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