Special Education for General Education Teachers in Inclusive Classrooms (Z123)
Graduate Certificate Program
College: Education
ABSTRACT
This online Professional Studies Certificate: Special Education for the General Educator is designed to equip general educators with knowledge and skills to meet the needs of students with disabilities in inclusive classroom settings. General education teachers and staff will gain evidence-based instructional strategies, effective behavioral interventions, as well as knowledge regarding the requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) in order to meet the needs of students with disabilities in inclusive classrooms.
contact
Carol Scott
Coordinator
Department of Counseling, Higher Education, and Special Education
3115 Benjamin Building
3942 Campus Drive
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
Telephone: 301.405.8384
Fax: 301.405.9995
Email: edspgrad@deans.umd.edu
Website: http://www.education.umd.edu
Courses: EDSP
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
- Statement of Purpose
- Transcript(s)
- TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
PROGRAM-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
- Letters of Recommendation (2)
- CV/Resume
*Visa Eligibility: This program is not eligible for I-20 or DS-2019 issuance by the University of Maryland.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
| Type of Applicant | Fall Deadline | Spring Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Applicants | ||
| US Citizens and Permanent Residents | July 30, 2025 | January 17, 2025 |
| International Applicants | ||
| F (student) or J (exchange visitor) visas; A,E,G,H,I and L visas and immigrants | July 30, 2025 | January 17, 2025 |
RESOURCES AND LINKS:
Program Website: https://education.umd.edu/academics/programs/certificates/graduate-certificate-special-education-general-education-teachers
Application Process: gradschool.umd.edu/admissions