Oral Roberts University
Graduate Certificate in Special Education
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See the degree grade →A short graduate-level certificate that prepares licensed teachers to work with mild-to-moderate special education students and to sit the Oklahoma Subject Area Test (OSAT) for Mild/Moderate Special Education. Best suited to practicing educators or those with prior teacher preparation who want focused, research-based strategies for assessment, intervention and family collaboration.
What you'll study
The curriculum includes courses that provide research-based instructional techniques and family engagement skills. Examples of distinct courses listed on the programme page are:
- Parents and Families of Students with Special Needs
- Effective Instruction/Mild/Moderate Disabilities
- Behavior Management Strategies
- Assessment and Program Planning
- Elementary Reading Methods
Entry requirements
The programme page provides application links and contact options (email/call) but does not list specific admissions prerequisites on the published text. Prospective applicants should begin an application via the online portal and contact the programme office for precise entry criteria.
Career prospects
The certificate aims to prepare teachers for classroom roles working with students who have mild-to-moderate special needs. The programme notes potential positions such as:
- K–6 school teacher
- Middle school teacher
- High school teacher
Scholarships & funding angle
ORU highlights financial aid and scholarships for graduate students and mentions an interest-free payment plan and Graduate School of Education scholarships. The site also directs students to cost-estimate tools; contact the university for detailed tuition and funding availability.
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