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Special Education Teacher Preparation 7-12 Certificate

University of Pittsburgh
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Tuition USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Degree MEd
Duration 24 months
Deadline Jan, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Pittsburgh, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Special Education Teacher Preparation 7-12 Certificate at University of Pittsburgh is a MEd programme in Education over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Special Education Teacher Preparation 7-12 Certificate programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Tuition: USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
  6. Location: Pittsburgh, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Special Education Teacher Preparation 7-12 Certificate programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:

  1. Teacher / Lecturer
  2. Educational Consultant
  3. Curriculum Designer
  4. School Administrator
  5. Education Policy Researcher
  6. Training Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. IL 2575 Transition Processes And Special Education Procedures 3.0
  2. IL2509Appld Bhvr Anal/postv Bhvr Suprt3.0
  3. IL2513Instrnl Meth-high Incidnc Disabs3.0
  4. IL2511Curr Prg Dvlp-low Incdnc Disabs3.0
  5. IL2861Practicum In Secondary Special Education - Special Education Teacher Preparation1.0 EDUC2009Development: Middle Childhood/adolescence1.0
  6. EDUC2201Introduction To Research Methodology3.0
  7. IL2552Student Teaching-special Education In Secondary Schools3.0
  8. IL2512Assmnt Instruc-high Incdnc Disab3.0
  9. IL2522Ed Stdnt Emotional Disturbance3.0
  10. EDUC2009Development: Middle Childhood/adolescence1.0
  11. EDUC2009Development: Middle Childhood/adolescence1.0
  12. IL2590Research Seminar In Sp Ed3.0

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Completed School of Education Admissions Application.
  • A non-refundable application fee of $50 (USD) by credit card, check, or money order payable to \'University of Pittsburgh\'.
  • Official transcripts from all institutions attended.
  • Earned a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university (applications from students who plan to earn their undergraduate degree before the term of admission will be considered).
  • A minimum 3.0 overall undergraduate QPA (or receive conditional admission contingent upon maintaining a 3.0 QPA or higher after 12 or more credits of post-baccalaureate coursework).

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students

Tuition fees: USD 35,904 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 21,748 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students

IELTS requirement: 7

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Pittsburgh directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About University of Pittsburgh

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University of Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh, United States

state-related research university located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

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Application Information
  • Application Deadline Jan, 2027
  • Start Date Sep, 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months
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