The Special Education Certificate is delivered fully online, designed for curriculum directors, practicing teachers, educational and medical practitioners, school leaders, and those who seek to improve their understanding of Special Education and students with disabilities. You will have the opportunity to gain skills and knowledge in the area of special education and to develop effective strategies for working with students with disabilities. This certificate is an elective option in our 100% online Master of Education program.
Contact Information
education@css.edu
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the certificate in Special Education, the student will meet the set of program outcomes within the specialized content/context:
- Apply best practices and effective instructional strategies grounded in current education theory to promote student learning.
- Develop cultural self-awareness and cultural fluency to work effectively with students and communities of diverse backgrounds.
- Engage in the process of inquiry and critical thinking regarding current educational issues and practices.
- Be able to examine and analyze data to make informed instructional student centered decisions.
- Identify and apply 21st Century technologies and strategies to enhance student learning.
- Gain skills to become advocates and change agents for 21st century learners.
Requirements
Students must achieve the following program requirements for all courses listed under Program Requirements and Program Required Courses for the Special Education certificate.
Program Requirements
Major Credits: 12
Minimum GPA: 3.0
Minimum Grade: C
Program Required Courses
Course List
| Code |
Title |
Credits |
| 12 |
| Foundations of Special Education | |
| Collaboration Skills | |
| Behavior Theories, Analysis and Interventions | |
| Assessment Strategies for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities | |
| Special Education Law | |
| Fundamental Characteristics of Mild/Moderate Disabilities | |
| Transitional Planning and Secondary Services for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities | |
| Instructional Strategies for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities | |
| Total Credits | 12 |
Degree Requirements
To graduate from The College of St. Scholastica, graduate students must meet the following minimum degree requirements.
Minimum GPA: 3.0
