Autism Spectrum Disorders Added Authorization Certificate (ASDAA)
CTC Approved (California Commission on Teacher Credentialing)
- Earn an Autism Spectrum Disorders Authorization to add to your Special Education Credential.
- Certificate program is also available for general education teachers and others.
- Four courses, three credits each.
- All classes in eight-week, online format.
Program Objectives
The Autism Spectrum Disorders Added Authorization (ASDAA) Core equips students with specific knowledge of the learning and behavioral characteristics of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), instructional strategies for teaching individuals with ASD, and strategies for collaborating with other service providers and families of individuals with ASD.
Intended Audience
The ASDAA program is designed for special educators, general education teachers, paraprofessionals, and school administrators. It is also designed for social workers, psychologists, parents, and others working with or interested in children and young adults with autism spectrum disorders.
- Introduction to Autism
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Teaching and Learning Strategies for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Consultation, Collaboration and Effective Intervention
- Speak with an Admissions Counselor to discuss options at 951.343.3900 or cbuonline@calbaptist.edu
- Professional development unit cost is $166.00
- Certificate applicable ($1,992 certificate)
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May be taken for graduate
credit - call for per unit cost
- Financial assistance may be available if taken for graduate credit.
- Completing state requirements? Check with your District for possible funding assistance.
Certificate Requirements
Autism Spectrum Disorders Added Authorization Certificate (ASDAA) Major Program (12 units)
Financial Aid Assistance Scenarios
Scenario 1 – Veteran’s Benefit Recipient
Full Time 9 units: fall, spring, summer
Veteran’s Benefits – Post 9/11 GI Bill &
CBU Yellow Ribbon Program
| $14,403 | Cost Estimate Per Year* (Tuition/Fees) |
| - $14,403 | GI Bill and Yellow Ribbon Benefits |
| $0 |
Scenario 2 – Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Recipient
Full Time 9 units: fall, spring, summer
Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Recipient
| $14,403 | Cost Estimate Per Year* (Tuition/Fees) |
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| Financial Aid Assistance Options | |
| $2,500 | Employer Tuition Reimbursement** |
Scenario 3 – Loan Recipient
Full Time 9 units: fall, spring, summer
Stafford Loan Recipient-Subsidized and Unsubsidized
| $14,403 | Cost Estimate Per Year* (Tuition/Fees) |
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| Financial Aid Assistance Options | |
| $14,403 | Subsidized & Unsubsidized Stafford Loan*** |
* tuition costs based on cost per unit
** must be eligible to qualify
*** based on eligibility (assumes graduate level)
Financial Aid Assistance Scenarios
Scenario 1 – Veteran’s Benefit Recipient
Full Time 6 units: fall, spring, summer
Veteran’s Benefits – Post 9/11 GI Bill &
CBU Yellow Ribbon Program
| $9,777 | Cost Estimate Per Year* (Tuition/Fees) |
| - $9,777 | GI Bill and Yellow Ribbon Benefits |
| $0 |
Scenario 2 – Scholarship and Loan Recipient
Full Time 6 units: fall, spring, summer
Scholarship and Loan Recipient
| $9,777 | Cost Estimate Per Year* (Tuition/Fees) |
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| Financial Aid Assistance Options | |
| $2,500 | Disablity Scholarship** |
Scenario 3 – Loan Recipient
Full Time 6 units: fall, spring, summer
Stafford Loan Recipient-Subsidized and Unsubsidized
| $9,777 | Cost Estimate Per Year* (Tuition/Fees) |
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| Financial Aid Assistance Options | |
| $9,777 | Subsidized & Unsubsidized Stafford Loan*** |
* tuition costs based on cost per unit
** must be eligible to qualify
*** based on eligibility (assumes graduate level)
Financial Aid Assistance Scenarios
Scenario 1 – Veteran’s Benefit Recipient
Full Time 12 units: fall, spring, summer
Veteran’s Benefits – Post 9/11 GI Bill &
CBU Yellow Ribbon Program
| $17,949 | Cost Estimate Per Year* (Tuition/Fees) |
| - $17,949 | GI Bill and Yellow Ribbon Benefits |
| $0 |
Scenario 2 – Grant and Loan Recipient
Full Time 12 units: fall, spring, summer
Pell, Cal Grant & Stafford Loan Recipient
| $17,949 | Cost Estimate Per Year* (Tuition/Fees) |
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| Financial Aid Assistance Options | |
| $5,550 | Pell Grant (maximum estimate)** |
| $9,708 | Cal Grant A (maximum estimate)** |
| $5,500 | Stafford Loan*** |
Scenario 3 – Loan Recipient
Full Time 12 units: fall, spring, summer
Stafford Loan Recipient-Subsidized and Unsubsidized
| $17,949 | Cost Estimate Per Year* (Tuition/Fees) |
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| Financial Aid Assistance Options | |
| $18,750 | Subsidized & Unsubsidized Stafford Loan*** |
* tuition costs based on cost per unit
** must be eligible to qualify
*** based on eligibility (assumes Independent Student, Junior grade level)
