Pre-K-8 and/or 7-12 Special Education Certification Preparation
Post-Baccalaureate Certification Preparation
30 credits maximum
During initial advisement classes listed below will be selected to become the student's plan of study based on prior education and educational experiences. Student teaching will be required.
Program Features:
Required Courses:
| SPED 535 | Classroom Diversity | 3 credits |
| SPED 550 | Nature and Needs of Exceptional Individuals | 3 credits |
| SPED 551 | Inclusionary Practices | 3 credits |
| SPED 554 | Curriculum & Instruction for Individuals with Mild Disabilities | 3 credits |
| SPED 555 | Curriculum & Instruction for Individuals with Moderate/Severe/Profound Disabilities | 3 credits |
| SPED 567 | Families in Education Process | 3 credits |
| SPED 568 | Early Intervention | 3 credits |
| SPED 570 | Collaboration in the Educational Process | 3 credits |
| SPED 574 | Applied Behavior Analysis Principles I | 3 credits |
| SPED 581 | Measure & Evaluation in Special Education | 3 credits |
| SPED 584 | SEM: Vocational & Career Education for Exceptional Individuals | 3 credits |
| SPED 591 | Assistive Technology for Exceptional Individuals | 3 credits |
| SPED 595 | Special Education Field Experience & Student Teaching | 3 credits |
Additional Requirements:
Must hold valid Pennsylvania PreK-4, Middle Level 4-8, K-6, K-12, or Reading Specialist certification.