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      Graduate Certificate Programs in Special Education

      Designed to train individuals to mastery of a specific subject area, a graduate certificate is a higher education degree preparing students for productive careers or entry into a doctoral program. The length of a graduate certificate program is typically one year or less, allowing individuals to quickly earn the credentials they need.

      What is a graduate certificate in special education? This program prepares individuals to work in a classroom environment as teachers to children with physical, emotional and cognitive disabilities. Coursework includes training and instruction in techniques and strategies for managing a special education environment. As the range of disabilities is diverse, instruction will also cover specific case types and methods to accommodate different special needs. Concepts include diagnostic assessment and monitoring progress, understanding auditory processing disorders, working with autism, and ethics and advocacy. More specialized areas of concentration are also available, including early childhood, visual impairment and deafness.

      A graduate certificate in special education empowers one to pursue a noble and fulfilling career as a teacher making a positive impact in the lives of those students most in need. Special education training also cultivates patience, understanding and resourcefulness to manage children and adults outside of a classroom setting.

      The length and cost of the program will vary depending on the institution. For specific information, prospective students are advised to inquire directly by contacting the admissions offices of any schools they are interested in.

      The need for special education teachers is always vital, and demand has continued to grow as diagnostic tools have advanced and become better at identifying students with special needs from an early age. Teachers with expertise in working with autistic students are especially sought after. Job growth is highest in rural and inner-city areas with increasing enrollment and growing minority populations. In addition to working as teachers, those with backgrounds in special education may also go on to become counselors, psychologists and social workers.

      For individuals requiring flexible schedules, online classes are available as a convenient option. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.