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Teacher Education - Special Education, Certificate


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Emphasis: Special Education

Degree: Special Education Certificate

Total Units: 20-23

Class Type: Lecture, Lab, Hybrid

Purpose: The Special Education Certificate is designed for currently certificated K-12 instructors seeking to add a special education endorsement to their teaching certification.

Program Outcomes: Upon successful completion, students will have demonstrated the ability to:

  • Understand the foundations of special education.
  • Understand the characteristics of special education learners.
  • Understand assessment, diagnosis, and evaluations and appropriately identify and use appropriate tools.
  • Understand planning, content and practices associated with delivering appropriate educational opportunities.
  • Understand how to manage student behavior and social interaction skills.

Suggested Quarter Sequence


Total Units: 6-8


Quarter 2


Total Units: 3


Total Units: 11-12


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