Program Overview:
The non-degree Certification-Only program in Special Education is open only to students holding a master’s degree or who are earning a master’s in another area of education, and who hold New York State teacher certification in early childhood, childhood, middle or adolescence education. The program leads to initial special education certification at the level of corresponding general education certification already held. Students must select assessment and curriculum course work at the level that corresponds to their certification. Student teaching is required and can be completed during a Summer Session provided the candidate has completed the required pre-requisite course work. To be eligible for New York State special education certification, the candidate must successfully complete the Content Specialty Examination in Special Education. Fingerprinting clearance from The New York State Education Department is required prior to doing SED 504. Fingerprinting information/processing is available at the New York State Department of Education “TEACH” website http://www.highered.nysed.gov/tcert/teach. The College of Saint Rose only recommends candidates for New York State certification upon completion of the entire 15-credit program of study at The College of Saint Rose, including student teaching. New York State Education Department required course work in teaching individuals with autism spectrum disorders is integrated into the required courses for certification. If a candidate applies for certification through transcript review, it is necessary to take an additional workshop from an approved provider on teaching individuals with autism spectrum disorders.
Objectives for Programs in Special Education
The objectives for the Special Education Programs have been developed within the context of goals set by the professional accrediting bodies including the Council for the Accreditation Educator Preparation (CAEP), Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC), Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) and the professional organizations guiding each content discipline.
Upon completion of a graduate program in Special Education at The College of Saint Rose, candidates will:
- Demonstrate respect for all P-12 students as unique individuals by advancing their learning and development.
- Create inclusive and supportive learning environments within a variety of school settings where cultural understanding, safety and emotional well-being, positive social interactions, and active engagement in learning is promoted.
- Incorporate understanding of learner development, individual learning differences, and diversity in their teaching practices to positively impact the social, academic, and communication skills of P-12 students.
- Use multiple types of assessment tools for a variety of educational decisions that inform instruction for all P-12 students.
- Demonstrate understanding of the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and discipline-specific practices to teach curricular content knowledge related to the New York State P-12 Common Core Learning Standards.
- Plan and use a variety of evidence-based instructional strategies to provide effective group and individual instructions for P-12 students’ learning and development.
- Collaborate with families, students, educators, related service providers, and personnel from community agencies to have a positive impact on student learning.
- Incorporate the elements of professional learning and ethical practice to assure that the legal rights and responsibilities of students, caretakers, and professionals are upheld.
- Demonstrate understanding of research and applied professional practice by using inquiry and data collection to establish priorities, enhance teaching, and continually inform instructional decisions.
- Demonstrate the ability to plan and teach using the principles of Universal Design for Learning, which includes current and appropriate educational and assistive technologies, supplemental materials, and community resources to benefit the needs of all learners.
Program Contacts:
Dr. Susan DeLuke
Literacy & Special Education Department Chair
Email: delukes@strose.edu
Program Webpage:
Special Education Certification Only C.A.S.
Additional Admission Requirements for Special Education Certification Only:
- Certification requirement: Initial certification in early childhood education, childhood education, or adolescence Education. A copy of the initial certification or certificate of qualification must be included with the application.
Program Requirements:
a. Special Education Foundations (3 Credits)
| SED 501 | IntroToChild w/Dis/Ed Settings | 3 |
b. Behavior Management (3 Credits)
| SED 512 | Classrm Mngmnt Individ Behav | 3 |
c. Assessment of Students with Disabilities (3 Credits)
Course must match level of certification sought.
| SIE 566 | Assess Content Instruc & Indiv | 3 |
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| SED 568 | Assess/Intruction Practices | 3 |
| | or | |
| SED 550 | Dev Asses Young Child | 3 |
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| SED 549 | Assess & Tch Yng Chld w/Disabi | 3 |
d. Special Education Curriculum (3 Credits)
Course must match level of certification sought.
| SED 517 | Adapt Instruct Inclusi Setting | 3 |
| SED 518 | Methods:Math,Sci, Tech K-8 | 3 |
| SED 519 | Inst Prac Divers Learn Eng Soc | 3 |
| SED 522 | Autism Spectrum Disorders | 3 |
| SED 538 | Curricula for Young Children | 3 |
| SED 544 | Soc Interv Autism Spec Disor | 3 |
| SED 567 | AdvThry/Prac Tch Childw/EBD | 3 |
e. Student Teaching (3 Credits)
Placement must match level of certification sought.
Internship/Field Experience/Service:
Required Course:
Internship Opportunity in Special Education
A full-year paid internship opportunity is available to those applicants who possess provisional or initial certification in early childhood (birth-grade 2), childhood (grades 1-6), or adolescence (grades 7-12), and are enrolled in a Special Education graduate program at The College of Saint Rose. Interns are placed in inclusive classrooms for the district school year under the supervision of special education teachers. Interested applicants should contact the Graduate and Continuing Education Admissions office for the internship application. Interns must complete a minimum of 18 credits of their required course work prior to beginning their internship placements. Internship placements begin in September of each school year. An interview may be required with the internship coordinator.
Culminating Academic Experiences:
Required Course:
Professional Accreditation:
The College of Saint Rose, sponsored by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet, Albany Province, is chartered by the Board of Regents of New York State. All of its degrees and programs are registered and its professional programs are fully approved by the Board of Regents through the New York State Education Department.
The College of Saint Rose is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 (267-284-5000). The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
The specialized accrediting agencies noted below are recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation: Programs offered by The College of Saint Rose for the preparation of all school professionals, leading to initial and advanced certifications, are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education and the Council for the Accreditation Educator Preparation (CAEP).
Admissions and Financial Aid Information:
General Admission Information
Eligibility for admission to The College of Saint Rose graduate programs is typically based upon the following minimum requirements:
- Submission of a completed application and a Statement of Purpose of approximately 300 words detailing the applicant’s goals for graduate study.
- Evidence of the possession of a U.S. baccalaureate degree or equivalent from an accredited institution through submission of official transcripts from all post-secondary education.
- Academic and professional qualifications for graduate study, as indicated by two letters of recommendation. The Communication Sciences & Disorders program requires three letters of recommendation.
- A grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale), overall and in the undergraduate major.
- Other admission criteria specified by academic programs such as submission of resumes, writing samples, portfolios, test scores, and participation in interviews or admissions workshops.
Applicants to The College of Saint Rose are responsible for completing their applications by submitting all required components. Prospective students may wish to visit our website at www.strose.edu/gradapply for online application.
See Graduate Admissions section for more information.
Financial Aid
The College of Saint Rose has long been committed to the premise that a quality education should be within the reach of qualified students. To this end, the College serves its student body through a comprehensive program of federal, state, and institutional financial aid. While the basic responsibility for financing education lies with the students and their families, scholarships, loans, and/or assistantships can supplement insufficient family resources. The amount of aid available through the College is limited and is awarded on the basis of academic merit. All financial assistance from the College is subject to adjustment if the recipients are later granted aid from other sources. Financial aid awards are contingent upon students’ maintaining good academic standing and satisfactory academic progress.
See Financial Aid section for more information.
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