The online Graduate Certificate in Special Education at App State
App State’s Graduate Certificate in Special Education will provide you with the abilities to become a leader in advanced behavioral interventions critical in today’s classroom.
Through collaboration with experienced faculty, you'll engage in coursework focused on evidence-based teaching methods and interventions tailored to students with disabilities.
Designed for North Carolina educators currently teaching special education under a residency license, this program prepares you to apply for North Carolina licensure in:
- Special Education – General Curriculum (K–12): For educators working with students who access the standard curriculum with accommodations.
- Special Education – Adapted Curriculum (K–12): For educators supporting students with significant cognitive disabilities requiring a modified curriculum.
Your eligibility for either or both licensure areas will depend on your specific program of study and current teaching assignment.
Certificate details
Program information
- Completion time: 18 months
- 2-3 classes per semester
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- All App State education programs that lead to an initial licensure or a similar credential require a Clinical Internship at a North Carolina public school. Learn more.
- This certificate meets North Carolina Residency Licensure requirements.
Eligibility and Application Requirements
Review Graduate School and program admission criteria prior to applying.
Professional Licensure
Appalachian State programs that lead to a professional licensure or certificate are intended to prepare students for licensure or certification in North Carolina. Check the Professional Licensure webpage for information on licensure requirements in other states.