Academic Catalog

Education: Special Education (CERT)

CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT

The special education certificate is designed for early exposure and study of special education in the American school system. It is intended for those who currently or will potentially work with people with disabilities in the private or public sector. Students will acquire background knowledge regarding special populations, including analyzing the historical and current conditions of special education, disability, and equity in American schools; the qualities of an effective special education teacher; and works of philosophical and cultural importance that are tied to justice, equity, inclusion, and democracy. The certificate is open to all students of all majors.
 

Program Student Learning Outcomes

  • Facilitate undergraduate access of any major to fundamental knowledge and experience important to working with student with disabilities
  • Strengthen the preparation of those interested in working with students with disabilities
  • Develop an understanding of the theories and the legal premises upon which special education practices are based
  • Evaluate the best practices in creating equitable teaching and learning environments

Program Requirements

Code Number Course Title Units
Required Courses
EDEL 110Introduction to Special Education in K-8 Settings1.0
EDEL 210Special Education, Disability, Equity and American Education3.0
EDEL 215Philosophy of Education3.0
or PHIL 215 Philosophy of Education
EDT 110Introduction To Educational Technology2.0-3.0
or EDT 140 Exploring Assistive Technology in Education
CD 110Child Development3.0
ELECTIVE - Select a minimum of 6 Units 6.0-8.0
PSYC 251
Developmental Psychology (3)
PSYC 271
Abnormal Psychology (3)
COMM 120
Interpersonal Communication (3)
A&P 120
Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology (4)
ASL 110
American Sign Language I (4)
CDSE 150
Introduction to Children with Special Needs (3)
CDSE 152
Curriculum and Strategies for Children with Special Needs (3)
Total Units18-21