Autism Technician
Autism Technician Technical Diploma
Program Code: 31-522-3
For more information: wctc.edu/autism-tech
Learn to teach, supervise and support children and adults diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Develop techniques to promote independence and social success for individuals with ASD, explore applicable laws and policies, and learn to work in educational, residential, home or behavioral treatment settings.
The minimum required course grades and program grade point average (GPA) for students under this catalog are:
Core Courses = C
General Studies Courses = C-
Program GPA = 2.0
Listed below are the required courses for the program. To view the recommended sequence for taking courses click on the plan of study tab(s) above. See your Academic Advisor to design a full-time or part-time plan that works for you!
View your Program Matrix to find out when each course will be offered (term and time of day).
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | ||
| 522-105 | EDU: Behavior Management | 3 |
| 522-129 | EDU: Practicum 1 | 3 |
| 522-134 | Overview of Autism | 3 |
| 522-136 | ASD: Techniques & Support | 3 |
OR 522-135 Autism in the Classroom | ||
| 522-137 | Medical Aspects of ASD | 3 |
| 522-138 | Communication and Autism | 3 |
| 522-139 | Behavior & Sensory Integration | 3 |
| 522-140 | Assistive Technology | 3 |
| 522-141 | ASD: Transition and Adulthood | 3 |
| General Studies | ||
| 809-172 | Intro to Diversity Studies | 3 |
| Total Credits | 30 | |
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall Term 1 | Credits | |
| 522-134 | Overview of Autism | 3 |
| 522-136 | ASD: Techniques & Support | 3 |
OR 522-135 Autism in the Classroom | ||
| 809-172 | Intro to Diversity Studies | 3 |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Fall Term 2 | ||
| 522-105 | EDU: Behavior Management | 3 |
| 522-137 | Medical Aspects of ASD | 3 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Spring Term 1 | ||
| 522-129 | EDU: Practicum 1 This course will run 16 weeks. | 3 |
| 522-138 | Communication and Autism | 3 |
| 522-140 | Assistive Technology | 3 |
| Credits | 9 | |
| Spring Term 2 | ||
| 522-139 | Behavior & Sensory Integration | 3 |
| 522-141 | ASD: Transition and Adulthood | 3 |
| Credits | 6 | |
| Total Credits | 30 | |