Childhood Special Education – Behavior Disorders (Advanced Certificate)

This program is no longer accepting new applications after Spring 2025. Candidates can now apply for the Special Education (All Grades) Advanced Certificate to begin in Fall 2025.

Program Overview

This all-online post-master’s, advanced certificate program is designed for teachers who hold New York State teacher certification in Childhood Education, Grades 1 to 6 and are seeking an additional certification in Students with Disabilities, Grades 1 to 6 with a focus on students with Behavior Disorders. Teachers who hold certification in Students with Disabilities Birth – Grade 2 or Grades 7 to 12 are also strong candidates for this program.

Coursework and Clinical Experiences

Courses are offered in the afternoon and evening. Some courses may be available in an online or hybrid format. Select courses have required hours of classroom experience (fieldwork) in a New York City public school. Students also participate in supervised teaching (student teaching and/or practicum) as the culmination of their course of study. Student teaching and/or practicum requires five full days per week for at least one semester.

Credits

17

Certification

Students with Disabilities Grades 1 to 6

Eligibility and Admission Requirements

• A master’s degree from an accredited institution with a GPA of at least 3.5
• New York State teacher certification in one of the following areas:
  • Childhood Education, Grades 1-6
  • Students with Disabilities, Birth – Grade 2
  • Students with Disabilities, Grades 7-12 Generalist
• A personal statement that includes reference to your desire to pursue a concentration in Behavior Disorders
• Two letters of recommendation