This program is an introduction to, and a comprehensive survey of, the field of special education. Special education is that branch of education responsible for meeting the needs of exceptional children - those who are gifted or who have impairments that affect intellectual, physical, emotional or sensory abilities. Students will examine a body of contemporary literature relating to special education and strive to develop an understanding of the developmental and learning characteristics of exceptional persons. Students will investigate the types of educational services and care that have been found to be effective in helping persons with special needs to reach their potential.

Public School Program Assistant Certificate Courses

PSA1016 Foundations of Special Education
PSP1013 Practicum - Foundations of Special Education
PSA1026 Physical & Developmental Conditions
PSP1023 Practicum - Physical & Developmental Conditions
PSA1036 Communication & Sensory Disorders
PSP1033 Practicum - Communication & Sensory Disorders
PSA1046 Individual Differences in Learning & Behavior
PSP1043 Practicum - Individual Differences in Learning & Behavior

*Full course descriptions and information on part time class locations available in the downloadable PDF Calendar.