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Special Education for General Education Teachers in Inclusive Classrooms, Graduate Certificate

At a Glance
Avg. Duration

15 months

Required Credits

15 credits

Course Load

Part-time

Location

Online

Application Deadline

Rolling

FAFSA Deadline

June 30, 2025

At a Glance
Avg. Duration

15 months

Required Credits

15 credits

Course Load

Part-time

Location

Online

Application Deadline

Rolling

FAFSA Deadline

June 30, 2025

Program Overview

The Special Education for General Education Teachers in Inclusive Classrooms Graduate Certificate aids education practitioners across subjects to transform their curriculum and classroom management into an equitable experience for learners with different needs. Learners will deepen their understanding of special education, learn new techniques and gain new practice in behavior interventions.

  • Online and Asynchronous Graduate Certificate Program
  • 5 Graduate Classes (15 credits total)
  • Fulfills half of the required credits for an MEd in Special Education at UMD
  • One course at a time – designed for busy professionals

Rolling Admission: Join us anytime!

How to Apply

Information on admissions and application to this program can be found on the University Graduate Admissions website.

Admission Requirements         Guide to Applying

Program Requirements

Below is a listing of all program courses. Students should use this as a guide to develop a plan with the academic program director.

Program Courses

  • EDSP 600 Issues and Trends in Educating Individuals with Disabilities
  • EDSP 606 Advanced Study in Inclusive Practices in The Schools
  • EDSP 613 Principles and Practices in Positive Behavior interventions and Classroom Supports
  • EDSP 615 Assessment Techniques and Practices in Special Education
  • EDSP 652 Curriculum and Instruction: Elementary Special Education

Schedule
Classes are Taken Online Consecutively. Scholars can join in any semester/session.

  • Spring Semester --  One course
  • Summer Session -- Two consecutive courses
  • Fall Semester -- One course
  • Spring Semester --  One course
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Dr. Tori Page Voth
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