Autism Studies & Intervention (Minor)

Receive quality education and training to understand the needs of individuals with autism across the lifespan.

Address the entire development trajectory of ASD, observing the co-occurring sensory, physiological, and social concerns for people with ASD. Couse work will inform how to interact with and advocate for neurodivergent people you encounter in any discipline. Pair this hands-on minor with majors like Psychology, Elementary Education, or Exercise Science for careers in this rapidly growing field.

Autism Studies and Intervention Degrees

  • Minor in Autism Studies & Intervention

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Build Skills In:

  • Recognition of the scope of ASD
  • Collection and use of behavioral data
  • Support and intervention methods
  • Ethical decision making
  • Advocacy for neurodivergent individuals and communities

Career Opportunities: 

  • Applied behavior analyst
  • Occupational therapist
  • Special education teacher
  • Speech language pathologist
  • Rehabilitation therapist
  • Art therapist

Many of these careers will require specialized or graduate training.

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Graduate Opportunities

Pursue a graduate degree in autism studies with this minor’s strong foundation.  

Autism Studies & Intervention Degrees

Students interested in course descriptions and academic policies can check out our Undergraduate Catalog.

A Taylor liberal arts education will prepare you to live and work in a fast-changing world. It also goes a step further: laying a strong spiritual foundation that cultivates wisdom. You’ll become a well-versed individual, equipped with critical thinking skills, a lifelong love of learning, and an appreciation for God’s creation.  

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Pairing Your Passions & Expanding Your Worldview

This minor is compatible with several majors. Promote societal change and make a difference in the lives of others through practical training. Adding this curriculum to your primary field of study could expand your professional options:

  • Christian Ministries

    Provide sensitive church experiences for families and individuals with ASD. 

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  • Exercise Science

    Physical activity and proper nutrition can improve holistic health and human performance—mind, body, and soul.

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  • Pre-Art Therapy

    Apply behavioral techniques to develop art and music therapy programs. 

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  • Special Education

    Learn to make academic curriculum accessible to individuals with ASD. 

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Autism Studies and Intervention is part of the Psychology Department

Contact
Laura Gerig
Department Chair and Associate Professor of Psychology

765-998-5143
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Contact
Cindi Carder
Psychology & Academic Assessment/Testing Program Assistant

765-998-5373
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