Charles Hamad

Charles Hamad, PhD, is an Associate Professor in Pediatrics at UMass Chan Medical School and Co-Director of the University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD). With expertise in applied behavior analysis, he develops online training for autism early intervention and emergency preparedness.

Education:

• B.A. Psychology, Quinnipiac University
• M.A. Psychology, Long Island University
• Ph.D. Child & Developmental Psychology, University of Kansas

Research Focus:
His work spans technological interventions for autism, online curricula for disability professionals, and emergency planning for individuals with disabilities. Notable projects include award-winning online teaching programs and federally funded training initiatives for first responders.

Program Direction:
He co-leads UCEDD and has developed NIH-funded courses on early intervention, behavioral health, and disaster response. Publications emphasize innovation in paraprofessional training and family-centered disability supports.