Advanced Professional Course Cluster in Special Education
This 12-credit course cluster in special education develops expertise in teaching children with exceptional learning needs in diverse settings. For teachers who already hold a master’s degree and an initial teaching license, this group of courses is designed to be used to move an initial license in early childhood education, elementary education, and ESL to professional status.
Coursework
Courses in this Advanced Professional Course Cluster address topic areas
in content areas including the impact of various disabilities and their impact
on learning and development, curriculum design for children with special needs,
and assessing academic, social and behavioral domains of children’s
learning. Two pedagogical courses are also offered, addressing assistive technologies
and managing behavior.
Wheelock’s professional course cluster let’s you:
- Complete an NCATE approved program;
- Take classes close to work or home;
- Move your initial DOE license to a professional license
Advanced Professional Course Cluster in Special Education
SPE 542 - Impact of Special Needs (3 credits)
SPE 560 - Management of Behavior (3 credits)
SPE 654 - Advanced Inclusive Curriculum (3 credits)
SPE 656 - Special Education Assessment (3 credits)
SPE 710 - Assistive Technology (1 credit)
FAQs
Q: What do I need to enroll in the Advanced Professional Course Cluster
in Special Education?
A: A master’s degree and initial licensure
in early childhood education, elementary education, or English as a second
language is required for admission to this program.
Q:
When can I enroll in the program?
A: Students may matriculate in this program during
the summer or fall semester, but you should discuss the best timing for
you to begin the program with a faculty member before enrolling. To set
up an appointment with a Special Education faculty member, contact the Office
of Graduate Admissions at graduate@wheelock.edu or
call (617) 879-2206.
A: Yes, in fact this is a part-time program designed for in-service teachers.
Application Information
Please consult our list of Admissions Requirements for more information on the Application process.
The Advanced Professional Course Cluster in Special Education is also offered in specific regional locations. Contact National and Regional Office (617) 879-2311 or natreg@wheelock.edu for more information and details.
If you have any questions about these programs, other graduate programs at Wheelock College, or about applying to Wheelock College, contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at graduate@wheelock.edu or call (617) 879-2206, (toll-free (800) 734-5212), or visit the Office of Graduate Admissions Web Site.