• Fall: EDU 745 Tech Trends 21st Century Class
• Fall: EDU 746 Emerging Tech in Education
• Summer: EDU 748 Artificial Intelligence in K-12 Education
• Spring: BIB 621 Biblical Integration for Education or
• Spring: THE 601 Overview of Christian Theology
• Spring: EDU 747 Tech Integration Across Curriculum

• 91³Ô¹Ï strives to keep tuition costs affordable despite providing a rigorous education. Courses are taught by Cairn faculty and not TAs.

  The tuition rate for the 2026-2027 academic year for full-time status (6 credits per semester) isÌý $580/credit. Additional details on fees and part-time status are available on this page.Ìý

  Christian school educators and employees may be eligible for theÌý$400/creditÌýdiscounted rate upon verification of employment. 91³Ô¹Ï also partners with many organizations and offers tuition discounts. Please contact us to find out if your organization has a partnership with 91³Ô¹Ï.Ìý

  Additional information on scholarships, grants, and loans is available fromÌýthis page.Ìý

The Graduate Certificate in Autism offers two options:Ìý

Graduate Certificate in AutismÌýwithoutÌýASD Endorsement

This graduate certificate is for individuals who do not hold PA a teaching certificate but desire to expand their knowledge and skills of how to assist students on the autism spectrum. Upon graduation, the student will receive a graduate certificate from 91³Ô¹Ï but will not be recommended to the state of PA for any type of license or endorsement.Ìý

Graduate Certificate in AutismÌýwithÌýASD Endorsement

This online Graduate Certificate program leads to Pennsylvania Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) Endorsement for individuals who (1) hold or concurrently complete a Level I or Level II certificate, including but not limited to regular and special education, school psychologist, principal, guidance counselor, speech and language clinician, occupational and physical therapist, reading specialist, and home and school visitor; and (2) are U.S. citizens or have completed a declaration of intent to become a U.S. citizen. Graduate students need an initial teaching certificate to earn this endorsement. Graduate students need an initial teaching certificate to earn this endorsement. The endorsement can be added to their Level I or Level II certificates.

Required Credits:Ìý15

Curriculum Highlights:Ìý

• • SPE 680 Characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • SPE 683 Instruction and Interventions for Individuals with ASD
  • SPE 684 Family, Interagency, and Community Collaboration for Individuals with ASD
  • SPE 721 ABA for Autism and Other Disabilities
  • BIB 621 OR THE 601
  • SPE 661 (as foundational course OR another SPE elective)

Pre-requisites:

Graduate students need an initial teaching certificate to earn this endorsement and certificate. This can be added to their existing Level I or Level II certificates.

All 91³Ô¹Ï students must have professed a faith in Jesus Christ as Savior as evidenced by providing a personal testimony that details this faith. By submitting an application, students acknowledge the University’s doctrinal position and standards of conduct as outlined in theÌýFoundational Statements. Below are the admission requirements:

• ´¡±è±è±ô¾±³¦²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô:ÌýSubmit theÌýApplication for AdmissionÌýalong with the $25 non-refundable fee. Apply today using codeÌýfaithmattersÌýand we will waive the fee.Ìý
• Transcripts: Order official transcripts for all conferred degrees to be sent to 91³Ô¹Ï.

91³Ô¹Ï strives to keep tuition costs affordable despite providing a rigorous education. Courses are taught by Cairn faculty and not TAs.

The tuition rate for the 2026-2027 academic year for full-time status (6 credits per semester) isÌý $580/credit. Additional details on fees and part-time status are available on this page.Ìý

Christian school educators and employees may be eligible for theÌý$400/creditÌýdiscounted rate upon verification of employment. 91³Ô¹Ï also partners with many organizations and offers tuition discounts. Please contact us to find out if your organization has a partnership with 91³Ô¹Ï.Ìý

Additional information on scholarships, grants, and loans is available fromÌýthis page.Ìý

91³Ô¹Ï is regionally accredited byÌý (MSCHE).

91³Ô¹Ï participates in theÌý.

Additional Accreditation Information is available from this page.Ìý

A graduate certificate in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) equips professionals with specialized knowledge in behavioral interventions, educational strategies, and support services for individuals with autism. This credential often builds on a bachelor’s degree and enhances employability in education, healthcare, therapy, and community services. It can lead to roles as an autism specialist, behavior analyst, or educator, among others, with opportunities for advancement into leadership or clinical positions.

Special Education Teacher

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapist

Behavior Analyst / Behavioral Specialist

Autism Specialist

Developmental Disabilities Case Manager

Special Education Paraprofessional

Rehabilitation Specialist

Social Worker (ASD Focus)

Occupational Therapist (ASD Specialization)

Speech-Language Pathologist (ASD Focus)

Required Credits:Ìý12

• • ÌýCredits: 3
  • ÌýCredits: 3
  • ÌýCredits: 3
  • ÌýCredits: 3

Pre-requisites

• • Graduate students need an initial teaching certificate to earn this endorsement. This can be added to their existing Level I or Level II certificates.

All 91³Ô¹Ï students must have professed a faith in Jesus Christ as Savior as evidenced by providing a personal testimony that details this faith. By submitting an application, students acknowledge the University’s doctrinal position and standards of conduct as outlined in theÌýFoundational Statements. Below are the admission requirements:

• ´¡±è±è±ô¾±³¦²¹³Ù¾±´Ç²Ô:ÌýSubmit theÌýApplication for AdmissionÌýalong with the $25 non-refundable fee. Apply today using codeÌýfaithmattersÌýand we will waive the fee.Ìý
• Transcripts: Order official transcripts for all conferred degrees to be sent to 91³Ô¹Ï.

91³Ô¹Ï strives to keep tuition costs affordable despite providing a rigorous education. Courses are taught by Cairn faculty and not TAs.

The tuition rate for the 2026-2027 academic year for full-time status (6 credits per semester) isÌý $580/credit. Additional details on fees and part-time status are available on this page.Ìý

91³Ô¹Ï also partners with many organizations and offers tuition discounts. Tuition discounts are also available for those working in Christian schools.ÌýPlease contact us to find out if your organization has a partnership with 91³Ô¹Ï.Ìý

Additional information on scholarships, grants, and loans is available fromÌýthis page.Ìý

91³Ô¹Ï is regionally accredited byÌý (MSCHE).

91³Ô¹Ï participates in theÌý.

Additional Accreditation Information is available from this page.Ìý

Principal

Guidance counselor

School psychologist

Reading specialist