Course Detail: CEPD-CTASOL - Certified Autism Specialist

Certified Autism Specialist 

Course Fee: $495

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. A Certified Autism Specialist? is defined as a professional who is responsible for the support and/or services provided to an individual on the autism spectrum that directly relates to the professional's specific scope of practice.

Certified Autism Specialist 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: $199.00 every two years (Additional $51 for renewal training))

Becoming certified takes these steps:

  1. Complete Online Training Program
  2. Pass the online Autism 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: Master's Degree and two years experience working in your field who treats or supports individuals with autism (or a Bachelor's degree and 10+ years experience)

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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