Supporting Students with Disabilities in School Settings

Overview

There is a national and state shortage of certified special educators in NYS, as well as the US. This microcredential is a sequence of four graduate courses designed to provide teachers certified in childhood, adolescent, or TESOL education with additional coursework in special education pedagogy. Completion of this microcredential will augment the skill set of participants to address the learning needs of students at risk and/or identified with a disability. The sequence can be completed in one year and may lead to New York State (NYS) Students with Disabilities (SWD)- All Grades teacher certification.

Who is eligible?

Students with a 3.0 GPA from an accredited educator preparation program and NYS certification in childhood, adolescent, or TESOL education

Format

Syracuse Campus

Credit or Non-Credit

Credit

Time to Complete

Months - 4 classes (12 credits)

Skills You'll Build

Classroom Management
Curriculum Development
Disabilities
Educational Planning
Pedagogy
Student Assessment
Test Methods
Understanding Student Behavior
Instructional Strategies
Special Education

Courses

SPE 504: Teaching Exceptional Children
SPE 537: Assessment for Special Needs Students
SPE 521: Ed Planning Proactive Behavioral Supports

Choose 1 with advisement:

SPE 514: Methods & Materials for Students with Special Needs, Grades PK-6
OR
SPE 535: Special Education Methods, Grades 7-12

*Please note that these courses are offered during the summer, fall, and spring semesters.

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