Practicum: Autism Endorsement

Prerequisite: SPED 551 and SPED 583; and SPED 585, which may be taken concurrently with consent of advisor, DGCE chairperson and Coordinator of Field Placement; formal application required A 150 hour practicum is required for the autism endorsement. This is divided into two 75 hour experiences. Candidates will need to demonstrate skills of serving students with autism in both inclusive and substantially separate settings. It is strongly encouraged that community based experiences for students with autism be included during the practicum. Note regarding Massachusetts regulations for the practicum experience: contact the Special Education Practicum Coordinator if you believe that you may meet the alternative field-based experience requirements of 75 hours. Offered fall, spring, summer.