Graduate Certificate in Special Education at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University offers the Graduate Certificate of Special Education as a part-time degree delivered online at its main campus in Boone , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 1 year, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for special education and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on January 16, 2027.

About Graduate Certificate in Special Education

The online Graduate Certificate in Special Education at App State

App State's Graduate Certificate in Special Education will provide you with the abilities to become a leader in advanced behavioral interventions critical in today's classroom.

Special educators play a vital role in the school community and staying abreast of the most up-to-date research-based practices is crucial. Together with App State faculty, you will learn evidence-based instructional strategies and behavioral interventions required to serve students with disabilities in inclusive classrooms.

Upon completion of this 100 percent online certificate, you will be eligible to apply for the NC licensure in special education.

Disciplines

Education/Teaching

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Graduate Certificate in Special Education at Appalachian State University

Entry Requirements

Submit your graduate application online.
Pay the non-refundable application fee online.
Provide names of three references.
Upload your current resume or vita.
Submit official scores from the appropriate standardized test (GRE, GMAT, MAT). Test waivers may be available for certain programs.
Submit unofficial transcript(s) from all colleges or universities from which you earned a degree, or that you have attended within the past five years. Transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES accredited evaluation service(link is external).
Provide proof of English proficiency.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Tuition and Fee Information for Graduate Certificate in Special Education at Appalachian State University

Application Fee 65

How to Apply for Graduate Certificate in Special Education at Appalachian State University

If you have previously started or submitted an application to the Graduate School at Appalachian, select "Log in" under Returning users and login using the same email address as before, then select Start New Application.

To start a new application to the Graduate School, select "Create an account" under First-time users if you have never had an account with us before and follow the instructions.

Graduate Certificate in Special Education at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University

United States of America, Boone