Director of Special Education Level I, Certificate

Degree offered at: Campbellsville

The director of special education online certificate from Campbellsville University provides you with critical leadership skills to impact student learning and advance your career in special education. The program is perfect for those seeking opportunities outside of the classroom, including careers as a special education administrator or program director. A Traditional and Option 6 route is possible for earning the certification. The Director of Special Education certification can be embedded as the specialty track within the Master of School Improvement degree. A Rank II is required for CAP 5 admission, as well as other supporting documentation.

Through the online certification, you will explore the best practices related to planning, continuous improvement and quality in special education. You will also discover the legal and ethical aspects of professional practice in American public schools, as well as the administrative responsibilities for special education leadership and supervision. In addition, a practicum course provides supervised field experience in the functions of a director of special education, such as ensuring policies and procedures are enforced, budgeting and the utilization of support services.