Special Education

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Sixth-Year Certificate

Special Education

Format & Location

Online

School/College

School of Education & Human Development

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Start Dates

Spring (January), Summer (May), and Fall (September)

Application Deadline

Rolling Admission

Completion

24-30 months

Schedule

Full-Time or Part-Time

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The Sixth-Year Certificate in Special Education is an advanced professional degree for experienced Special Educators who hold a Master’s degree and wish to deepen and expand their knowledge of teaching and learning.

Prepare to practice.

By completing the required curriculum for a Sixth-Year Certificate in special education, students will achieve the preparation required by the Connecticut State Department of Higher Education, the Connecticut State Department of Education, and the Council for Exceptional Children.

Get paid to hone your skills.

Students in the Special Education Sixth-Year Certificate program have the opportunity to secure paid teaching internships during the fall and spring semesters. Through these experiences, students can gain hands-on experience before completing their studies. Learn more about internships and professional development at the School of Education and Human Development today.

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Course Requirements

30 credits

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Graduate Admission
gradadmis@fairfield.edu
(203) 254-4184

MA in Special Education

Fairfield's MA in Special Education program teaches individuals to apply specialized support to students with challenges through educational, social, cognitive, rehabilitative, and behavioral management approaches.

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Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)

The School of Education and Human Development is currently accredited by NCATE, currently known as CAEP, the largest accrediting body for educator preparation providers, through December 2028.

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Emily Shamash

Associate Professor/Co-Director of Special Education

eshamash@fairfield.edu

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