Special Education, Moderate Disabilities: Professional Licensure (12 credits)

The 12-credit program prepares special needs teachers who already possess a master’s degree and an Initial License in Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities with a program of study that prepares them to be eligible for Professional License in Massachusetts at both the PreK-8 and 5-12 levels. This program contains the study of advanced level subject matter and teaching methods focused on the assessment and support of students with moderate disabilities.

Prerequisite: Possession of a Master’s Degree and an Initial License in Moderate Disabilities.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, students will:

• Demonstrate knowledge of typical child and adolescent development and exceptionalities
• Design high quality and coherent instruction, including authentic and meaningful student assessments
• Analyze student performance and growth data and to use this data to improve instruction and practice
• Teach all students through instructional practices that establish high expectations, a safe and effective classroom environment, and cultural proficiency.
• Promote the learning and growth of all students through effective partnerships with families, caregivers, community members, and organizations.
• Ensure the learning and growth of all students through ethical, culturally proficient, skilled, and collaborative practice