Distance Learning

Distance Programs

Special Education: Mild Interventions

Graduate Licensure

Delivery:
::  Internet
::  DVD
::  ISU campus

On-Campus Requirements:
Yes.

Access:
Open to all eligible applicants


This graduate licensure program is designed for the licensed teacher (K-12) who wishes to add a special education teaching license in the area of mild interventions.

This non-degree licensure program consists of 21-27 credit hours, depending on whether prerequisites must be taken. Students can complete this licensure program in two summers and one academic year. Courses are offered via a combination of distance learning and on-campus seminars. All courses are taught by the faculty of the Department of Elementary, Early, and Special Education.

Upon successful completion of the Special Education Licensure Program, individuals are eligible to add a special education teaching license (in mild interventions) to an existing teaching license. Individuals will be recommended for licensure only at the developmental level of their existing teaching license.

Note: The University also offers a master of science in special education. This master degree can be completed in two academic years and the two summers, during which the student is completing the Special Education Licensure requirements.

Courses
This graduate licensure program includes 21-27 credit hours listed below.

Prerequisites (6 credit hours)
The following coursework will be waived if the student has completed equivalent coursework at ISU or another accredited institution.
SPED 601 Education of Exceptional Children (3 credits)
SPED 602 Behavior Management (3 credits)
Required Courses (21 credit hours)
SPED 608 Assessment (3 credits)
SPED 622 Strategies in Reading and Learning Arts (3 credits)
SPED 623 Learning Strategies in Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies (3 credits)
SPED 624 Assistive Technology (3 credits)
SPED 626 Collaboration Strategies (3 credits)
SPED 698D Advanced Topics in Special Education: Special Education Law (3 credits)
Plus one of the following as determined by Area Faculty:
SPED 590 Education of the Gifted (3 credits)
SPED 625 High Incidence Disabilities (3 credits)
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Delivery
The Special Education Licensure Program is distance friendly. The program is offered via a blend of formats, including the Internet, DVD, and selected one-half-day seminars held on the Indiana State University campus in Terre Haute, Indiana. For delivery format for a particular course, see course descriptions.

Scheduling
Courses are offered during the summer and the academic year. Refer to the class schedule for delivery times and method. Students can complete the licensure program in two summers and one academic year.

Admission Requirements

  1. A baccalaureate degree granted by a regionally accredited institution;
  2. An undergraduate grade point average of 2.5 or better on a 4.0 scale;
  3. Hold (or be eligible for) a State of Indiana Teaching License. If one wishes to add a special education teaching license to an existing teaching license from some state other than Indiana, contact Education Student Services (below) for assistance. If an incoming graduate student does not possess a current teaching license, the student's advisor and the Graduate Committee may develop a program that will allow licensure according to departmental and state regulations. For clarification, contact:

    Education Student Services
    College of Education
    Indiana State University
    (812) 237-3131
    soeess@isugw.indstate.edu

  4. The GRE (Graduate Record Examination) is not required.

How To Begin
Subsequent to completing steps 1-4 (above):

  1. Submit to the School of Graduate Studies a fully completed Non-Degree Admission Application Form (below) with a non-refundable admission application fee of $35.00 payable by credit card, money order, or check payable to Indiana State University.

    Non-Degree Admission:  [FILE] Online Application   |   [PDF] Mail-In Application

  2. Submit official transcripts of all post-secondary schools attended, including those indicating a bachelor degree earned from a regionally accredited institution.
  3. Contact the instructor of the course(s) by either telephone or email. The instructor will provide any supplemental information needed to begin course work. For contact information, visit the department's staff directory.
  4. If the instructor is unavailable, contact the Department of Elementary, Early, and Special Education.

Contact
Department of Elementary, Early, and Special Education
College of Education
Indiana State University
(812) 237-2840
eese@indstate.edu


The Catalog of Indiana State University is the document of authority for all students. The requirements given in the catalog supersede information issued by any academic department, program, college, or school. The University reserves the right to change the requirements at any time.

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