Special Education Licensure (non-degree)

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(56 credits; credits may vary based on transfer courses)

Program Description and Learning Outcomes

Students who wish to earn the M.Ed. with their licensure program should review the program requirements here: Special Education Licensure, M.Ed.

*Please note all clinical experiences must be completed in New Hampshire.

Teacher Education Core

Students seeking the M.Ed. degree with teacher licensure may use ED 6400 in both the M.Ed. Core and Teacher Education Core.

ED 5030 - Meeting the Needs of all Learners Credits: 3
ED 5131 - Integrating Brain Science into Teaching and Learning Credits: 4
4 credits in ED 5920 - Fieldwork Practicum Credits: 1
ED 6116 - Competencies, Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment Credits: 4
ED 6400 - School Reform, School Leadership, and Curriculum Changes Credits: 4
ED 7100 - Methods of Teaching and Learning Credits: 4
12 credits in ED 7195 - Culminating Clinical Experience Credits: 6

Special Education Licensure Content Area

ED 5015, 5125, 5251, and 6000 must each be taken with ED 5920 for a minimum of one credit each.

ED 5015 - Teaching Math Credits: 3
ED 5125 - Teaching Science Credits: 3
ED 5251 - Teaching Social Studies Across the K-12 Curriculum Credits: 3
ED 6000 - Literacy and Language Arts Credits: 3
ED 5500 - Understanding the Needs of Students with Disabilities Credits: 3
ED 6515 - Curriculum Design and Implementation in Special Education Credits: 3
ED 6520 - Assessment for Unique Learners Credits: 3

General Education Core

Courses may be completed through prior coursework and will be determined through a transcript review. Missing requirements must be taken in order for the student to be recommended for licensure.

Lifespan Development
Mathematics
Lab Science
Composition
Civic Engagement
Creative Expression/Art
Humanities
Digital Media/Technology