Special Education, M.A. with Graduate Certificate in Autism and Neurodiverse Learners (Online)
Special Education, M.A. with Graduate Certificate in Autism and Neurodiverse Learners (Online)
Strength-based approaches for children with autism and other neurodiverse learners
The graduate program in Special Education with a Focus on Autism and Neurodiverse Learners is designed to meet the needs of educators, parents and related services providers who seek to enhance knowledge and skills in order to meet the needs of children with autism and other neurodiverse learners in inclusive classrooms and community.
SPECIAL EDUCATION WITH GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN AUTISM AND NEURODIVERSE LEARNERS (ONLINE)
Program Outcomes
Learn strengths-based practices in curriculum, instruction, and behavioral and social-emotional support for learners on the autism spectrum and others with neurodiverse learning needs
Develop equitable teaching practices that support the learning of all students
Complete and collaborate in on-line synchronous learning experiences that connect theory with practice
Advantages
The Special Education MA program with a Graduate Certificate in Autism and Neurodiverse Learners is designed with the working professional in mind. Courses are offered in fully online, real-time synchronous format and typically begin at or after 4 p.m.
Acceptance requirements
Graduate admission application and nonrefundable admission fee
A conferred bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
A minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.5
Two sealed official transcripts of all undergraduate work with an unofficial transcript of any prior graduate work
Two letters of recommendation
Letter of intent describing relevant experience and goals for participation in the program
Note: Parents and other related service professionals are welcome to apply for the 15-credit certificate in Autism and Neurodiverse Learners.
Exit Requirements
Students must complete a capstone project, embedded in the final course in the program, to meet the university Master of Arts requirement.
Required Courses: (*Certification Courses)
*SPEC 560 Introduction to Autism and Neurodiverse Learners -3 credits * SPEC 561 Behavioral Interventions – 3 credits * SPEC 562 Communication and Technology for Neurodiverse Learners – 3 credits *SPEC 565 Supporting Mental health Needs of Neurodiverse Learners – 3 credits *SPEC 564 Application of Instructional Strategies for Neurodiverse Learners – 3 credits SPEC 544 The Science of Social-Emotional learning – 3 credits SPEC 541 Creating Effective Systems of Support – 3 credits SPEC 590 Special Topics – 3 credits SPEC 596 Practicum – 3 credits SPEC 530 Research in Special Education Capstone – 3 credits
Questions
Contact: Andrea “Penny” Spencer, Ph.D. Director of Off-Campus Programs Phone:860.231.5336 Email:[email protected]
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