Advanced Certificate Program - Severe and Multiple Disabilities Extension Program

Severe and Multiple Disabilities Extension Certificate Program

New York State Registered Program Code: 39083

HEGIS Code: 0820.00 {Education of the Multiple Handicapped}

Molloy Program of Study Code: PMSMD

Prerequisite for this program: Candidates must have a valid base teaching certificate, e.g. Initial Childhood or Adolescent Education Certification in a content area. A certificate of this type is attached to a base certificate, recognizing that the holder has additional knowledge and skills beyond the base certificate.

 

Program Learning Outcomes

• Teacher candidates will demonstrate a high level of written and oral communication skills.

• Teacher candidates will demonstrate the dispositions, attitudes, and beliefs deemed appropriate for teaching professionals.

• Teacher candidates will demonstrate reflective practice by utilizing research, assessment, and professional development to meet the needs of diverse student populations.

• Teacher candidates will acquire sufficient pedagogical knowledge and skills to be translated into effective teaching.

• Teacher candidates will acquire sufficient content knowledge and skills to be translated into effective teaching.

Requirements

Required Courses (9 credits):

EDU 5270	Strategies and Techniques for Teaching Middle School Students in Inclusive Classrooms	3
EDU 5271	Global Issues Relating to the Education of Students with Severe Disabilities	3
EDU 5274	Autism Spectrum Disorder	3

Total Credit Hours: 9