Mary Baldwin University
Mary Baldwin University’s online Comprehensive Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder is designed for educators and professionals who want to better support individuals with autism in schools and communities. As the need for autism expertise continues to grow, this focused certificate equips you with the knowledge, strategies, and confidence to make a meaningful difference.
Offered 100% online, this certificate provides flexible, career-focused preparation you can apply immediately in your current role—or use to advance into new opportunities.
At Mary Baldwin, we recognize that supporting individuals with autism requires both expertise and empathy. This certificate program is designed to help you build both.
Approved by the Virginia Autism Council, the program reflects a strong commitment to excellence and innovation in autism education and support.
Through your coursework, you’ll gain the tools to:
Whether you’re an educator, therapist, or human services professional, this certificate helps you expand your impact.
Mary Baldwin’s Comprehensive Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder is built to provide focused, flexible training with real-world relevance.
Key features include:
This program is designed to meet you where you are—and help you move forward with confidence.
The curriculum emphasizes practical application, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a deep understanding of autism spectrum disorder.
You’ll explore cutting-edge strategies and research-backed approaches while developing skills you can immediately apply in professional settings.
Sample courses include:
Gain a foundational understanding of autism, including diagnostic criteria, assessment strategies, and educational implications.
Examine communication development, sensory processing, and strategies to support diverse learning needs.
Learn practical approaches to behavior support, social development, and instructional strategies in educational settings.
Apply your knowledge in real-world settings through supervised field experience.
We know many students in this program are already working in schools or related settings. Mary Baldwin’s fully online format gives you the freedom to learn on your own time while immediately applying what you study to your work. For teachers, the practicum may even be completed in your own classroom. Gain the necessary skills and confidence to support the educational and behavioral needs of school-aged individuals with autism.
The Online Admissions Office reviews applications and renders an admission decision within 3 business days.
If you have questions about the online Master of Arts in Autism Studies or any other MBU online or hybrid program, contact us to learn more. Our friendly and supportive admissions team is just a phone call or email away and is happy to walk you through the process. Our admissions team is ready to answer your questions and provide support and guidance every step of the way, from choosing your degree to completing your application and preparing for your first day of class.
We look forward to helping you take the next step in your career.
