Special Education PK-12 Certification

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Degree Level: Graduate
Degrees Offered: PA Certification

school/college: School of Education

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Earn an PA Teacher Certification in Special Education

The need for effective special educators in PK-12, regional school settings remains consistently high. Standards for teacher certification across disability categories, and spanning birth-age 21, require that special educators obtain specialized knowledge and skills to address a wide range of student needs and opportunities.

This program is designed for individuals seeking to complete a program to earn an initial Special Education PK-12 Instructional I Certificate.

Equity, Inclusion and Opportunity in Special Education, MEd

Earn your PA Teacher Certification alongside a master's degree in Education. Learn more about Arcadia's flexible master's program.

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Featured Coures

Diversity, Equity and Justice in Special Education

Explore a range of ideas related to a connected learning framework of connected learning: an approach that sees learning as interest-driven, peer supported, and oriented toward powerful outcomes for youth.

Teaching Methods for Students with Autism

This seminar provides you with knowledge of current research-based teaching strategies for students with autism spectrum disorders.

Supporting Students with High Incidence Disabilities

Learn strategies for supporting students with high-incidence disabilities, including effective and authentic assessment and instruction, goal and objective setting, Individualized Education Plan and Individual Transition Plan writing, lesson planning, and accommodations.

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School of Education Graduate Program Information

Teacher Certification Agreements

Pennsylvania has signed the NASDTEC Interstate Agreement that provides for acceptance of state-approved educator preparation programs between certain states to facilitate educator mobility.

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Teacher Certification Reciprocity

Arcadia University School of Education is an approved provider of educational programs leading to Pennsylvania Department of Education Professional Certification and offers certification at the undergraduate and post baccalaureate (graduate) levels. Arcadia University has not determined if our curriculum meets the requirements for teacher certification in other states or US territories.

Admission Requirements

For working professionals seeking graduate degrees or certifications, we offer full-time, part-time, online and options to build your own degree.

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Tuition and Fees

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