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
Emailedspgrad@deans.umd.edu

Website:  http://www.education.umd.edu

Courses: EDSP

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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