2018-2019 Graduate Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2018-2019 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Instruction (MS in Special Education)


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This program is only for individuals holding a teaching certificate. Upon completion of this program, a student receives a Master of Science in Special Education degree and is eligible to apply to ACSI for a special education certificate if additional ACSI requirements are met.

Individuals holding PA-issued teaching certification are also eligible for PK-8 or 7-12 PA Special Education certification if the following certification coursework is also completed: (1) fulfill the 3 elective credits through SPE 791 and SPE 792 and (2) complete EDU 781 rather than SPE 793. The Special Education PECT modules for the appropriate grade band must also be passed.

Teachers certified by another state are not eligible for PA Special Education Certification. However, if all coursework necessary for state certification is completed, they may qualify to meet their state’s special education certification requirements but are advised to check with their state’s Department of Education. Students not residing within an hour from the Langhorne campus and intending to meet all certification coursework requirements should first ensure they are able to meet additional placement criteria required for SPE 791, SPE 792, and EDU 781.

Total Credits: 39


Special Education Core Curriculum - Credits: 6


Instruction Specialization Courses - Credits: 27


  • Special Education/Education Technology Electives Credits: 3
    Select from EDU 745, EDU 746, EDU 747, SPE 722, SPE 725, SPE 726, SPE 727, SPE 728, SPE 791, & SPE 792.
    Students intending to meet all certification coursework requirements should take SPE 791 and SPE 792.

Bible/Theology Courses - Credits: 6


Advance standing may be granted for Bible/Theology credits earned at an accredited Bible college, Christian liberal arts college or university, or seminary. Credits will be granted on a course-by-course basis.

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