Graduate Certificates

A Kent State University certificate provides students with content specialization or an additional credential to complement their degree program. 

Completion of certificate coursework will lead to a Kent State University certificate and/or eligibility for state or national credentials.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Certificate

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Certificate

The ASD Certificate Program is an interdisciplinary program between Special Education and Speech Pathology & Audiology. This certificate program prepares students for understanding and addressing the needs of individuals with ASD across the spectrum and over the lifespan, in varied contexts including general and special education classrooms, and community settings. 

Learn more about the graduate certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder

Behavioral Intervention Specialist (BISC) Certificate

Behavioral Intervention Specialist (BISC) Certificate

The BISC program concentrates on the theoretical orientation and practical applications of applied behavior analysis. In addition, the Behavior Certification Board, Inc. (BACB) has approved our course sequence as meeting the coursework requirements for eligibility to take the Board Certified Behavior Analyst Examination (BCBA).

Learn more about the Behavioral Intervention Specialist graduate certificate

Deaf Education Multiple Disabilities Certificate

Deaf Education Multiple Disabilities Certificate

The Deaf Education Multiple Disabilities graduate certificate combines coursework from several special education programs. This program is for students enrolled in a deaf education degree program or who have earned teaching licensure in deaf education.

Learn more about the graduate certificate in Deaf Education Multiple Disabilities

Early Intervention (EINT) Certificate

Early Intervention (EINT) Certificate

The EINT Certificate Program provides students with the skills and knowledge to work with young children with disabilities (birth to age three) and their families. The EINT Program utilizes the Division for Early Childhood’s Recommended Practices for early intervention personnel development that are family-centered, evidence-based, and provided in the family’s natural environment.

Learn more about the Early Intervention graduate certificate

Professional Licensure Disclosure
This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure or certification and contact information for state licensing boards at Kent State's website for professional licensure disclosure.

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