Emerging as Leaders in Autism Practice & Research
This advanced practice certificate offers registered and licensed occupational therapists advanced knowledge about autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and skills for working with persons who have ASD. Courses are taught by experts in the field.
- Complete the Non-Matriculated Student Form (PDF) (fill in all information).
- E-mail form to otd-apc@jefferson.edu. We will initiate the registration process.
- You will then be registered for the course and notified by the Tuition Office and the Department of Occupational Therapy.

Learn about the classes and schedule options available for completing your certificate.
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The demand for qualified OT educators is increasing to prepare the future workforce. This specialty certificate offers registered and licensed occupational therapists fundamental knowledge and skills to teach in OT curricula and other applied settings.

This certificate is designed for registered and licensed OTs, PTs and other rehabilitation professionals who wish to study advanced neuroscience and neuro-based rehabilitation intervention strategies.
Contact Us
Roseann C. Schaaf, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Professor, Department of Occupational Therapy
Director, Sensory Integration Laboratory
Phone: 215-503-9609
E-mail: roseann.schaaf@jefferson.edu
Alison Bell, OTD, OTR/L
E-mail: alison.bell@jefferson.edu