Autism is a nerve disorder that can be found in children below the age of 3 years old.  This disease impairs the development of the child by affecting the development of its brain. Numerous Indian institutes conduct studies in Autism. There are quite a few courses available at the Bachelors and the Masters level. Certification courses are available too. A list of some of the post graduate courses in Autism is given below.

List of Postgraduate Courses

• Master of Education (Special Education) - Mental Retardation
• Master of Education (Special Education) - Learning Disability
• Master of Philosophy in Rehabilitation Psychology
• Master of Science in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (MASLP)
• Master of Science in Audiology & Norms
• Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology & Norms
• Master in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (BASLP)
• Post Graduate Diploma in Special Education- Physical & Neurological Disabilities
• Post Graduate Diploma in Developmental Therapy- Cerebral Palsy and Neurological Disabilities
• Post Graduate Diploma in Special Education (Cerebral Palsy)
• Post Graduate Diploma in Special Education (Autism Spectrum Disorder)
• Post Graduate Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology
• Post Graduate Diploma in Early Intervention
• Post Graduate Diploma in Special Education (Mental Retardation)
• Post Graduate Diploma in Vocational Training & Employment (MR)
• Post Graduate Diploma in Early Childhood Special Education (MR)
• Advanced Development Therapy Course for Children with Cerebral Palsy and other Neurological Handicaps

Career Prospects

There are quite a few career opportunities available for autism specialists. As there are many children in this world that are affected by autism, the responsibilities of the doctor or physician automatically increase. Because of this reason, job opportunities are available for specialists of autism everywhere.  They can find work with hospitals or clinics in the private and as well as the government sectors. Specialists of autism can also find jobs overseas too. They also have the option to start their own private practice. These days there special schools for these children and a doctor is normally appointed to help training the teachers and advising them on how to mange these children and also the kind of activities these children can be involved in. The remuneration of Autism specialists will be based upon their skill, their familiarity with their field and the type of institution they work with.