UCF's Project ASD

Project ASD addresses gaps in services to students with autism spectrum disorders by implementing three primary goals:

1. Recruit high-quality graduate level scholars including those from traditionally underrepresented groups who have potential to become highly effective special educators and speech-language pathologists for students with ASD.

2. Prepare scholars in an evidence-based interdisciplinary (exceptional education and speech language pathology) program including field experiences in urban low SES settings and leading to a Graduate Certificate in ASD and Florida State Endorsement in Autism.

3. Retain scholars through completion of the program and induction into the profession through ongoing advisement, financial and academic support, and mentorship.

Project ASD is a grant that is federally funded through the Office of Special Education Programs through 2023. It provides financial and academic support to individuals who are seeking a Masters Degree in either Exceptional Student Education or Communication Sciences and Disorders that includes a Graduate Certificate in ASD that meets the requirements for a State Endorsement in Autism. Project ASD also offers a Graduate Certificate in ASD for students who are not interested in the Masters Program. Check out our website for more information about the program and how to apply!