Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education PK-12 Certification

Overview

Saint Joseph's University Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education PK-12 Certification program is designed to serve those interested in the education of the 40 to 50 percent of children impacted by hearing loss.

What is the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education PK-12 Certification?

The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education PK-12 Certification program at Saint Joseph's University prepares educators for state certification and the ability to acquire the competencies specifically needed to support learning and development in children with hearing loss.

Ways to Study

Saint Joseph's University's Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education PK-12 Certification program is offered both on-campus and online.

What Can You Do with a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education PK-12 Certification?

Educators with a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education PK-12 Certificate go on to work for schools, education systems, healthcare facilities and other industries. Appropriate candidates for this program include:

State-certified general education and special education teachers seeking an additional certification
Professionals or paraprofessionals with a bachelor’s degree who are seeking initial certification (PK-12 option) and Pennsylvania Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing PK-12 certification as a teacher of students who are deaf and hard of hearing
Related service personnel (e.g. speech/language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists) who wish to become teachers of students who are deaf and hard of hearing
Sign Language interpreters who wish to become teachers of students who are deaf and hard of hearing

How will a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education PK-12 Certification from Saint Joseph's University Enhance my Career?

Throughout the program, you will learn to use the latest technologies used to facilitate meaningful and differentiated learning experiences for your students. You'll also come to understand how to communicate effectively with deaf and hard of hearing students. You’ll be encouraged to set goals related to improving your sign language and alternative communication skills.

Course Catalog Information

Special Education M.S.

Today, almost every classroom includes a number of students with disabilities -- either physical, educational, emotional, or a combination of all three. Our innovative curriculum is designed to develop and refine competencies in professional educators in order to meet the demands of teaching students with special needs in a variety of school environments, public and private, urban and suburban.

You can also add a concentration, endorsement or certificate to your degree including:

Autism spectrum disorder specialist endorsement
Supervisor of special education curriculum
Teaching deaf and hard of hearing (N-12) certification.
Social, emotional and behavioral wellness endorsement
Applied behavior analysis concentration

Social, Emotional and Behavioral Wellness Endorsement

Social and emotional (SEL) learning is the process by which children and adults acquire the skills necessary for managing emotions, showing empathy, establishing and maintaining positive relationships, making responsible decisions, and setting and achieving positive goals. These skills must be practiced in social contexts, including classroom and school environments. This endorsement will prepare you to help students develop these skills.

Autism Spectrum Disorder Endorsement

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a condition that impacts the way certain individuals perceive and socialize with others. Those diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder may have difficulty communicating and interacting with others and exhibit limited or repetitive patterns that impact their ability to function at school, work or other areas of life.