Early Childhood Development and Learning: Diverse Children and Families: Additional NYS Certification (Advanced Certificate) – Course Sequence and Program Tracker

 

The Course Sequence and Program Tracker is the required sequence of courses, exams, and workshops. Students must use the Course Sequence and Program Tracker in conjunction with the Course Catalog to find course descriptions, progress standards, and exit requirements. Students must consult with the faculty advisors before registering for classes.

Academic Plan

  • ECDL-AC (for students starting Summer 2022 or later)
  • ECSEB2-AC (for students starting prior to Summer 2022)

Semester 1 – Fall

Courses

  • SPEDE 76800 – Fostering Development in Young Children with Diverse Abilities: Historical, Political and Inclusive Perspectives (3 credits)
  • SPEDE 76900 – Evaluation, Assessment, and Program Planning for Infants and Young Children with Special Needs (3 credits)
  • SPEDE 77600 – Introductory Field Experiences in Early Childhood Special Education (2 credits)

Semester 2 – Spring

Courses

  • SPEDE 77000 – Individualized Planning, Implementation and Progress Monitoring in Early Childhood (Birth through PreK) Environments and Curricula (3 credits)
  • SPEDE 77400 – Adaptations for Individual Learners Across the K-2 Curriculum (3 credits)

Apply for

SPEDE 77951

Students must apply by March 1st. Watch for an email from the Office of Clinical Experiences.

Graduation

Students must apply for graduation the semester before their planned graduation. Refer to the Graduation and Commencement page for full policies and procedures.

Semester 3 – Summer

Courses

  • SPEDE 77200 – Positive Behavior Support (PBS) and its Application to Young Children with Special Needs (3 credits)
  • SPEDE 77951 – Practicum in Early Childhood Special Education (3 credits)

Exams

  • Content Specialty Test (CST) – Students with Disabilities
    • This exam is a Certification requirement.

Apply for

Certification

  • Students must wait to apply for certification until they receive an email from the School of Education indicating their recommendation has been entered. This usually occurs six to eight weeks after the conferral of your degree. Refer to the Certification and Licensure page for more information.

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