Post-Master's PK-12 Special Education Certification

Overview

Today, almost every classroom has a number of students who have special needs from physical to intellectual to emotional disabilities or challenges. As a dedicated educator, you may often find yourself looking for resources that will help you effectively these students and help them learn successfully, whether in an inclusive environment or a special education classroom.

Saint Joseph's online Special Education program offers a Post-Master's PK-12 Special Education Certification, helping educators like you meet the demands of teaching learners with exceptionalities in a variety of school environments.

What Is the Post Master's PK-12 Special Education Certification?

This online program is designed for teachers who have an initial teaching certification and a master's degree and want to add a PK-12 Special Education Certification. The 25-credit program includes a required 140-hour student teaching component in PK-12 classsroms, giving students hands-on experience in teaching students who have Individualized Education Program (IEP) plans.

100% Online Special Education Courses

Saint Joseph's Special Education certification program is designed to meet the needs of working professionals in the field looking to advance their careers. Courses in the master's program are fully online, with small virtual class sizes making it easy to connect with your professors and classmates to develop your network. Work at your own pace by choosing one, two or three courses per term.

What Can I Do with a Post Master's PK-12 Special Education Certification?

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of special education teachers is expected to increase significantly in the next several years, as many school districts report problems in finding adequate numbers of certified special education teachers. As this demand for committed and compassionate educators grows, this PK-12 Special Education certification will allow you to directly help others and fill this critical need.

Students who earn this certification may go on to pursue jobs such as:

Special education teacher
Adaptive special education instructor
Early intervention specialist
Educational diagnostician
Special education administrator

How Will Saint Joseph's University's Special Education Certification Advance My Career?

Taught by faculty who are experts in their field, the online PK-12 Special Education certification program will teach you inclusive teaching strategies and special education classroom management. Our graduates learn:

Current issues in special education
Diagnostic assessment and how to monitor progress
How to help students with high and low incidence disabilities
How emotional/social and behavioral disorders affect student comprehension

View Curriculum and Courses

At-a-Glance

Length	Average part-time: 4-8 semesters, or 12-24 months.
Credits	25 credits.
Start Terms	Rolling admission; Spring, summer or fall.
Format	Online.
Tuition for 2022-2023	$812 per credit hour. Learn more about our tuition & fees.
Stack this Certificate into a Master's Program	This certificate can be added as part of your Special Education M.S.
Potential Career Paths	This certification can lead to other jobs such as: Special education teacher Adaptive special education instructor Early intervention specialist Educational diagnostician Special education administrator
Requirements	You must already have a standard/Level 1 certification in Early Childhood Development, Elementary Education or Secondary Education to pursue this certification.
Admission Information	To learn more about the admission process and required materials, Graduate Admission can provide more information or answer any questions.
Financial Aid	Scholarships, federal and state grants, loans and other types of financial aid may be available to those who qualify. Our Office of Financial Aid can help you understand your options.
Discount Eligibility	Alumni of Saint Joseph's are eligible to receive 10% off the cost of this program through our alumni discount. Completed a year or more of service with a recognized service organization? You may be eligible for our mission discount. Check with your employer to see if they are an Edcor or a Bright Horizons EdAssist member, which may entitle you to a discount on graduate programs. *note - discounts cannot be combined.
Veterans	Saint Joseph's is a Yellow Ribbon School that accepts GI education benefits. Our Office of Veterans Services can help you access and understand your benefits.

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