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Jan 30, 2025
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2024-25 Graduate Catalog
Special Education (PK-12) Certification
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The Special Education Certification (PK-12) Program is approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education and Middle States Commission of Higher Education. This post-baccalaureate program prepares for the Pennsylvania Special Education PK-12 certification. Course credits may be used as Act 48 credits or applied to Master of Education with Special Education (PK-12) Certification Program and Master of Education in Special Education Program. Up to 6 graduate credits may be transferred upon approval.
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Required Courses (27 credits)
Program Completion Requirements
- Complete the 27-credit coursework.
- Earn GPA 3.0 or higher.
- Complete field experience and student teaching.
- Satisfy the requirements set forth in 24 P.S. § 12-1209 relating to good moral character.
Additional PDE requirements for the Special Education PK-12 Certification:
- Earn passing scores on Special Education: Foundational Knowledge (5355) exam and Fundamental Subjects: Content Knowledge (5511) Praxis exam. Note: 5511 is taken if the student does not already hold an Instructional I or II certification.
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