Special Education Teacher Certification

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An option for Special Education Teacher Certification (N–12): Cognitive, Behavior, Physical/Health Disabilities is also available for students enrolled in the Graduate Education Program at Neumann University. This certification option includes course work in the following content areas:

Requirements:

EDU 525 Introduction to Exceptionalities 3 Credits
EDU 558 Teaching Strategies Seminar II: Pervasive Developmental Disorders 3 Credits
EDU 568 Classroom Management: Behavioral Disorders and Social/Emotional Disorders 3 Credits
EDU 576 Special Education Practicum/Internship 3 Credits

Note:

In addition to successfully completing these courses, students are also required to pass the related Praxis II examination. Students pursuing the Special Education Certification option are also required to obtain and present proof of a current Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance and a Pennsylvania Criminal Background Clearance.

Candidates for this certification option must also satisfy all admission criteria to the Graduate Education Program. For additional information about this certification option, please contact the Division of Education and Human Services at 610-558-5640.