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Advanced Special Education Program Curriculum
SPEA
This program is available for those who already certified in both Childhood and Special Education and provides in-depth study in research based techniques for students with disabilities.
Course Requirements
SPEA: Advanced Program in Childhood Special Education for those already holding Childhood and Special Education Certification
| The following courses are required of all candidates: | ||
| Course | Title | Credits |
| SPE 570 | Standards Based Assessment | 3 |
| 598 | Professional Seminar | 0 |
| SPE 644 | Collaborative Practices on a Trans-disciplinary Team | 3 |
| SPE 615 | Research Methods | 3 |
| SPE 639 | Therapeutic Approaches for Disruptive Behavior | 3 |
| SPE 653 | Behavior Management + Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis | 3 |
| SPE 649 | Transition Issues for Adolescents with Disabilities | 3 |
| SPE 650 | Autism Spectrum and Severe Developmental Disorders: Analysis of Causes + Research-Based Interventions | 3 |
| *SPE 696 | Transition Point Check | 0 |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Elective | 3 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 30 |
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