Overview

The Special Education - Autism Spectrum Disorders program at the University of Maryland equips graduate students/scholars with the knowledge and skills to provide responsive instruction to increase academic skills, positive behaviors, and self-determination.

What you will learn

The program includes knowledge of the course and associated characteristics of Autism, about social communication challenges and the use of alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) systems for persons with complex communication needs.

Scholars will increase their behavior and classroom management skills to support all students with disabilities, with a focus on students with Autism.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Issues, Trends, and EVP in Educating Individuals with Disabilities-ASD
Instruction of Students w/Severe Disabilities
Education of Students with Autism
Advanced Studies in Inclusive Practices
Positive Behavior Support and Classroom Management
Social-Communication Challenges and Strategies for Individual with ASDs
Single Subject Research in Special Education
Qualitative Methodologies
Evaluating Evidence Based Practices in Special Education

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-21 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

College Park, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

3.0 GPA from Bachelor’s degree
Transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended with nine credits or more.
Statement of Goals/Purpose, Interests, and Experiences
Personal Experience Essay
Two (2) Letters of Recommendation
Resume/Curriculum Vitae

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

28170 USD / year

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Out-of-State

28170 USD / year

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In-State

13170 USD / year

≈ 13170 USD / year

Funding

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