Preparing teachers to meet the needs of students with disabilities in various educational settings

The Special Education Certification program seeks to produce professionals who are equipped with the fundamental skills, knowledge, and competencies they will need to meet the needs of students at risk for school failure and students with disabilities in multiple settings.

The Special Education Certification program is intended for those interested in gaining greater skills and expertise in the area of Special Education and a teaching certificate in the area of special education.  Candidates seeking PA special education certification must have been issued a prior PA Instructional I or Instructional II teaching certificate.

It is a flexible, convenient part-time graduate program consisting of 31.5 credits in Core Special Education Certification courses.  For students that have not completed the prerequisite courses, the program will require 40.5 credits: 31.5 credits in Core Special Education Certification courses and 9 credits in Pre-Requisites for Certification in Special Education. 

This is for currently certified teachers who wish to obtain Special Education certification in Pennsylvania.  Out of state teachers may also earn their PA Special Education Certification if they transfer their current teacher certification to PA. 

Degree Features and Benefits

• Accredited: Fully Accredited by Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools
• Quality: One of “America’s Best Colleges” U.S.News &World Report
• Convenience: A flexible, completely online program that fits easily into your busy work and personal schedule
• Interactivity: Drexel’s highly interactive e-learning method allows extensive interaction with faculty and other classmates
  

Interested in learning more? View the curriculum for our Special Education Certification Program.

Related Programs of Interest

• MS in Special Education 
• Graduate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders 

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