Autism Spectrum Graduate Certificate and Related Studies Department of Special Education

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Autism Spectrum Graduate Certificate Program

How to Apply to the Program

Contact the Department of Special Education for detailed procedures

Requirements

  • Applicants are required to meet standards for a master's degree program in special education (with an emphasis in autism or another program area) or provide evidence of an advanced graduate degree in special education or a related field.
  • Applicants who wish to concurrently pursue the Professional Clear Education Specialist Credential with the Certificate and Master of Arts degree must complete all Preliminary Education Specialist coursework prior to certificate coursework.

Application Deadlines

October 15 (Spring semester admission)
March 15 (Fall semester admission)

Procedures

Currently Enrolled Master's Students

Applicants who are currently enrolled in a master's degree program in Special Education or a related field at SFSU are required to submit an application to the Department of Special Education.
The Department application includes the following:

- demonstrate a minimum 3.0 GPA for admission
- unofficial transcripts from SFSU
- statement of purpose documenting interest in the program

Click here for a Department application for continuing students.

Prospective Students

New applicants are required to submit applications to both the University and the Department of Special Education.

The Department application includes the following:

- demonstrate a minimum 3.0 GPA for admission
- two professonal letters of reference
- official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended
- current resume
- statement of purpose documenting interest in the program

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