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Course Overview

Early childhood special education specialists are in high demand in Colorado and nationally. Prepared to teach children with disabilities as well as provide support for general ed teachers leading inclusive classrooms, ECE/SE licensed educators to play an important role in the movement to include children with disabilities. CU Denver's Early Childhood Special Education Specialist license is a perfect fit for those interested in providing culturally responsive, family-centered, developmentally effective early education in an inclusive setting. This licensure program will prepare you with a strong background in assessment, teaching, intervention, and collaboration to help you be successful in your career.

Some examples of what you will learn about in the program are:

  • Child growth and development
  • Medical and physiological aspects of developmental disabilities
  • Screening and assessment of young children and intervention strategies
  • Curriculum design and program development

Entry Requirement 

Admission Requirements:

  • 3 recommendation letters
  • Official Transcripts from all institutions attended
  • If applying for an endorsement, proof of teaching license or special services license is required
  • Resume/CV
  • Written Statement: Describe your interest in the program, your special strengths, and the goals you hope to achieve through your work in the program.
  • $50.00 application fee

We welcome applications from motivated individuals who have bachelor's degrees and a strong passion for education.

Field experiences are a part of each course and provide an opportunity for you to gain knowledge, abilities, and dispositions while interacting with children, families, program staff, and community agencies.

Students completing this license complete six credit hours (510 clock hours) between infant/toddler, preschool, and primary levels practica. ECSE students may complete one of the three practica at their own worksite.

Candidates must pass the PRAXIS 5691 (ECSE) exam and pass a practicum portfolio review before applying for licensure.

Fees

International Graduate Tuition & Fees Estimate

$17913 per year

Total costs* range from $42745 - 74757 per year assuming 9-months/12-18 credit hours per semester for graduate students in the College of Architecture and Planning or 6 credit hours per semester for other graduate students


This information was accurate on : 05/04/2021
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