Special Education/Initial Certification, M.A.S.E.

Course Descriptions

• ED 500 - Human Growth and Development Credits: 3
• ED 604 - Introduction to Teaching Credits: 3
• ED 605 - Research Methods Credits: 3
• ED 606 - Educational Technology Credits: 3
• ED 607 - Graduate Practicum/Seminar Credits: 3
• ED 608 - Student Teaching Credits: 6
• SED 503 - Introduction to Special Education Credits: 3
• SED 504 - Emotional Disturbance and Behavioral Disorders Credits: 3
• SED 505 - Curriculum and Methods in Learning & Behavior Disorders P-12 Credits: 3
• SED 506 - Behavior Management of Children & Youth with Learning and Behavior Problems Credits: 3
• SED 600 - Theories of Reading and Educational Practices P-12 Credits: 3
• SED 601 - Prescriptive and Instructional Methods Credits: 3
• SED 602 - Classroom Management Credits: 3
• SED 603 - Teaching Mathematics to Children & Youth with LBD Credits: 3
• SED 604 - Assessment and Instructional Methods Credits: 3
• SED 606 - Introduction to Learning Disabilities Credits: 3

Program Admissions

CAP 5, admission to the program, requires the student to complete an application for admission to Campbellsville University graduate studies and meet entrance requirements for the MASE program (official transcripts, 2.75 grade point average; passing Praxis CASE or GRE scores; three letters of recommendation; one-page essay on the rationale for pursuing graduate studies). Candidates must also include TB Risk Assessment or Skin Test and a Criminal Background check. Supporting documentation must be included with the application. The program chair reviews the admissions documentation, completes a phone interview with the applicant, and then makes an admissions decision. If the applicant is accepted into the MASE program, a curriculum guide is created for the student.

CAP 6 is a mid-point assessment in the program. It requires the completion of 24 hours of graduate level work. An academic standard of a 3.0 grade point average is required. The candidate’s transcripts are reviewed by the Program Chair’s office to determine CAP 6 status. The candidate meeting the criteria receives a letter of continuation for the MASE degree.

CAP 7, program completion/exit, requires the student to complete an application form with appropriate supporting documentation. For program completion/ exit, candidates must have a minimum 3.0 grade point average; submit dispositions, i.e., two graduate professors’ evaluations, one self-evaluation; complete the 45 hours of coursework, submit a satisfactory portfolio, and pass the required licensure/ Praxis exam. Candidates must submit all original program clinical/field experience forms, and CA-1 application with transcript request form. All documentation must be submitted to the Special Education office.

CAP Document