Graduate Certificate in Autism Diagnosis

About The Course

Quick Details

Frequently asked questions

Am I eligible to apply?  

• a bachelor’s degree in speech pathology, occupational therapy, medicine or an equivalent qualification as recognised by UWA

OR

• an accredited bachelor’s honours degree in psychology, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA

AND

• eligibility for registration as a provisional or full psychologist with AHPRA, and
• evidence of having at least three months or full-time equivalent experience working directly with children or adolescents, as recognised by UWA.

What else do I need to include in my application?

You need to include a personal statement outlining why you would like to study the GCAD. It is helpful to consider your experience with Autism as well as how you intend to use the skills in your professional practice.

You also need to ask two referees to complete a referral to support your application. You should consider asking referees who can support your capacity to cope with the demands of full-time study, as well as those who can attest to your clinical skills. If it has been a long time since you completed your university training, we accept referee reports from work supervisors or colleagues who you work closely with.

You need to submit a curriculum vitae summarising relevant occupational and practical experience. Additional documentation such as English language competency, working with children checks, academic transcripts and identification may also be required depending on your circumstances.

How many students do you accept?

Usually about 16 across a combination of full-time and part-time enrolments, sometimes more and sometimes less depending on how many applicants meet the application requirements and how many supervisors are available to support students on placement.

Do I have to have previous clinical experience with ASD to get in?

Previous clinical experience with ASD is not required (clinical experience with children or adolescents is required), but it is always helpful. We have taken students who have limited experience and who are currently in roles where they can apply their training.

Do I need to live in Perth to be accepted?

We accept students from all over Australia. The first two units are based online and you need to have access to a decent internet connection to be able to participate. You will need to travel to Perth to attend ADOS training. For students in regional, rural or interstate locations we attempt to arrange placement to minimise the need for travel (either by coordinating it around the trip to Perth for ADOS training or arranging for placement in their home state).