Inclusive Practice

Saint Louis University's graduate certificate in inclusive practice is designed to provide classroom teachers and educational advocates with tools to support the social-emotional, behavioral and mental health needs of students, particularly students with suspected and/or diagnosed disabilities. 

Courses in behavior management, differentiated instruction and mental health literacy focus on responding productively to students in trauma, decreasing educator burnout and engaging in essential forms of self-care. Also, through an innovative site-based coaching model, the certificate in inclusive practice provides a unique opportunity for teachers and other local stakeholders to experience hands-on support for the daily work of teaching.

1. Graduates will be able to explain how theories and research focusing on positive behavior interventions can be used to raise academic achievement, improve the learning environment, and reduce challenging behaviors.
2. Graduates will be able to design system-leveled support and classroom-leveled strategies to promote inclusive practices in a specific educational context. 
3. Graduates will be able to develop action plans for engaging with educational stakeholders in local or national contexts to implement skills and tools that promote well-being. 

Send transcripts of all secondary work.

Find out from your admission counselor what secondary credentials are required. We’ll evaluate how you’ve done in school up to this point, so please send all transcripts for secondary work, along with their English language translations.

Submit proof of your English language proficiency.

These are scores from any standardized test you may have taken to prepare for college — TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, SAT, ACT or Duolingo score. All of our international applicants are required to demonstrate their English proficiency, and these tests can help us make that determination.

If you do not meet SLU’s direct entry requirements, we encourage you to apply to the Pathway or English Language programs offered by INTO Saint Louis University.

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Though not required for admission, submission of a resume of activities and letters of recommendation is encouraged. All undergraduate applicants are also encouraged to complete an admission interview.

The certificate in inclusive practice is appropriate for classroom teachers across all content areas and grade levels as well as individuals who work with youth in out-of-school educational settings.