Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Special Education, Deaf and Hard of Hearing is designed to provide specific background, education, and tools to students to address the education needs of pre-K-12 learners who are deaf and hard of hearing. The program will educate you about hearing loss and teach you skills in supporting learners who may be using various communication modalities and languages.
Why Pursue a Special Education, Adapted Curriculum Graduate Certificate at Radford?
- All courses are available online
- Only 12 credit hours to complete program
- Practicing teachers are eligible for the Virginia Educator Reduced Tuition Rate and additional grant-based tuition support may be available
- Our faculty are supportive of the academic and professional development of our students
Careers and Internships
- Our program has a 100% employment rate.
- Graduates will be prepared to teach and support pre-K-12 learners who are deaf and hard of hearing.
Learn more about the career outlook for special education teachers.
Opportunities for Special Education students at Radford
There are opportunities to conduct research in classrooms that can result in publishing peer-reviewed journal articles or books and presenting at professional conferences with faculty. You also can create and deliver a professional development workshop to teachers.
Admissions Requirements
A combination of factors including GPA, current resume, 2 professional references, official transcripts, and current teaching license will be used for determining acceptance to the certificate program.
Courses You Might Take
General educators might be interested in obtaining a Post-Professional Certificate ( 13 credit hours) in:
- Special Education: General Curriculum-Elementary (Grades K-6)
- Special Education: General Curriculum-Middle (Grades 6-8)
- Special Education: General Curriculum-Secondary (Grades 9-12)
The Certificate in Autism Studies is another option requiring 12 credit hours. The Masters Only program is available for those interested in a non-licensure route.
The Five-Year program is for full-time students who immediately want to get their master’s degree after completing their bachelor’s degree.
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100% employment rate of program graduates
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5 special education concentration areas to choose from
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12 credit hours to earn our certificate
A versatile certification to supplement your education resume
Courses can assist with adding Special Education Early Childhood to your current Special Education license, recertification, or count toward a master’s degree in Special Education.
