Wilkes University College of Health and Education 13 courses
Dr. Jessica Cordaro, Program Coordinator The Master of Science in Education with a Special Education Certification option provides students with an in-depth understanding of teaching students with exceptionalities across multiple settings and service models. The program requires students to complete field hours within school settings serving students with exceptionalities across all IDEA disability categories. Students have the choice of completing the full degree with certification or simply the certification program track. The Master of Science program with Special Education Certification is designed to prepare individuals for PA Certification in Special Education. To be eligible for admission into the program, applicants must possess a previously earned Pennsylvania instructional certificate in one of the areas below and present a copy of the certificate during the admissions process. An applicant who is certified in another state may contact the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) at https://www.pa.gov/agencies/education/programs-and-services/educators/certification to apply for PA certification, prior to admission to Wilkes University. Credits Required for Program Completion: PK-12 Special Education Certification Only: 30 Credits All students will apply to the ‘degree seeking’ program, but will notify the program coordinator if ONLY seeking certification. Courses designated with * are the required courses for state certification Master’s Degree with PK 12...
Prerequisite Courses: 9 Credits:
Prerequisite courses or their equivalents may be completed at the undergraduate (for those only seeking certification) or graduate level, online. Candidates may receive credit for the certification competencies completed through previous program coursework. Prerequisite courses can be completed at any time prior to applying to the state for special education certification.
Core Courses: 12
Special Education Courses: 15
(Act 34, 151, and 114 clearances are required for field experiences)
Special Ed Internship: 3
Must be taken as the final EDSP course or in conjunction with the final EDSP course. Advisor must give permission to register for the internship.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDSP 506 | Internship in Special Education | 3 |
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