Graduate Program: Autism Spectrum Disorder (Certificate NDP)

General Information

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Program/Degree
Autism Spectrum Disorder (Certificate NDP)  
Program Description

The Diagnosis and Management of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) certificate program prepares pediatric nurse practitioners, psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioners and general practice pediatricians to address the increasing health care challenge of autism. The goal of the interdisciplinary program is to prepare pediatric clinicians with the skills necessary to diagnose and manage autism in the pediatric population.

Units: 12.

 
Department/Academic Unit(s)

The College of Nursing at the University of Arizona offers a variety of programs at the graduate level.  Programs are available for students pursuing a first degree in nursing, as well as students interested in advancing in the professional as leaders, advanced practice nurses, and nurse researchers.  Please visit the College of Nursing's website for detailed information about our college, faculty and programs.

 
College

College of Nursing

 
Campuses where offered

University of Arizona - Main - Tucson

Arizona Online - Online

 
Contacts
Admissions Contact
Jose Munoz
520-626-6414
Graduate Program Coordinator
Jose Munoz
520-626-6414
Director of Graduate Studies
Terry A Badger
520-626-6058
Graduate College Degree Counselor
Elise Bowler
520-621-5218
 
Tuition and Fees
Please refer to the UA Bursar's Office Tuition and Fees Calculator for up-to-date information about tuition and fees. 
Please refer to the UA Registrar's's Office Special Course Fees for up-to-date information about special course fees. 

Admissions Information

Admissions Requirements

All applicants to the certificate program should review the application information on the College of Nursing's website. Admission requirements include copies of RN licensure and other documents.  Additional program information, including curriculum and clinical requirements, is available here:  https://www.nursing.arizona.edu/content/graduate-nurse-practitioner-certificates

 
Standardized Tests

We do not require any standardized tests for admission to the certificate program.

 
Funding Opportunities

Certificate students may not be eligible for financial aid.

 
Admissions Deadlines

Students are admitted to the certificate program once per year for an August start. Applications open in February with deadlines in Early April.  Applicants are encouraged to review the information and updated deadlines on the College of Nursing website prior to submitting an application. Additional program information, including curriculum and clinical requirements, is available here:  https://www.nursing.arizona.edu/content/graduate-nurse-practitioner-certificates

 
International Conditional Admission

International applicants will not be considered for conditional admission by this program.

Other Information
The GRE Institution Code for The University of Arizona is 4832

Completion Requirements

Minimum Credit Units

12 

Core Coursework Requirements

View Program Guide Here 

 
Elective Coursework

View Program Guide Here 

 
Additional Requirements

View Program Guide Here for more information on clinical practicum hours & expectations.

 
Student Handbook

Please refer to the Graduate Student Handbook for students who are pursuing this program of study.

 
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Last revised 12 Aug 2020