Curriculum

MA, Childhood Special Education, Grades 1-6, Professional Certification

Application Extended: Still Accepting Applications

30 Total Credits Required

This program is open to participants who have a bachelor’s degree and who hold certification or are eligible for certification in childhood education. This program takes 1 year (2 semesters) to complete for full-time students. The time to degree completion for part-time students is determined on a case-by-case basis in consultation with an advisor.

General Pedagogical Courses

6 Credits

SPCED-GE 2051

Foundations of Curriculum for Diverse Learners

3 Credits

SPCED-GE 2124

Historical and Contemporary Issues in Special Education Policy- Research and Practice

3 Credits

Specialized Pedagogical Courses

12 Credits

SPCED-GE 2052

Methods of Instruction for Children with Low Incidence Disabilities

3 Credits

SPCED-GE 2108

Learning Environments- Behavior- and Students with Disabilities

3 Credits

SPCED-GE 2133

Assessment and Instructional Strategies for Students with Mild to Moderate Disabilities

3 Credits

SPCED-GE 2161

Education of Students with Disabilities in Childhood Settings

3 Credits

Observation, Fieldwork, and Student Teaching

3-6 Credits

TCHL-GE 2999

Drug and Alcohol Education/Child Abuse Identification and School Violence Prevention/D.A.S.A.: The Social Responsibilities of Teachers

0 Credits

SPCED-GE 2901

Student Teaching in Special Education (Childhood) I

2 - 3 Credits

Or

SPCED-GE 2901 may be necessary based on your prior professional experience. Can be substituted with an elective.

Electives

6-9 Credits

Selected by advisement.

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