Undergraduate Certificate in Special Education at University of North Dakota

Programme overview

Develop a deeper understanding of Special Education so you can support the strengths and challenges of individuals with disabilities. Prepare to serve students of all ages with disabilities. This 100% online undergraduate certificate program will prepare you to work in school-based settings. You'll learn the latest methods, research and training associated with Special Education.

Faculty: College of Education & Human Development | Duration: 1-2 semesters (12 credit hours) | Study mode: online | Intake: Fall (Aug. 1), Spring (Nov. 1) | Location: Grand Forks, ND, United States

What you will study

Required courses include T&L 251 Understanding Individuals with Different Abilities; T&L 316 Behavioral Assessment and Tiered Supports in Education; T&L 319 Integrating Diverse Needs in Educational Settings.

Career pathways

Job prospects for special education teachers are excellent due to the rising enrollments of special education students and shortages of qualified teachers. Job openings are expected as a result of teacher retirements or career changes.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University-wide undergraduate admission (not specific to this major): complete 14 units of high school core courses (English 4, math 3 of Algebra I or above, lab science 3, social studies 3, plus 1 additional unit from those areas or a world language); a high school GPA of 2.75 or higher is recommended (3.25 for Aviation Management and Commercial Aviation); ACT/SAT scores are not required. Source: UND Freshmen admissions page.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Terms run Fall (August-December), Spring (January-May) and Summer (May-August).

Apply through the official page: https://und.edu/admissions/apply.html

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