Graduate Certificate in Transition to Work
Admission to the Certificate in Transition to work
In addition to admission requirements of the college of Graduate Studies, admission to the certificate program requires the following:
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
- A current Ohio educator license as intervention specialist in special education or as a vocational educator
The certificate program has selective admissions and may admit a limited number of students. Thus, meeting all formal criteria does not guarantee admission.
What to submit with Your Application
- Official transcripts from all institutions of higher education
- Copy of current teaching license(s)
- Resume or curriculum vitae
Requirements for the Certificate in Transition to Work
For the Certificate, students must complete the following program requirements:
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A minimum of 9 semester hours of approved graduate course work
Courses may be included as part of a master's degree program as approved by the student's faculty advisor. Master's level courses (5000/6000 level) may be included as part of a master's plan of study.
All coursework and requirements of the certificate must be taken within a four-year period immediately preceding the date the degree is awarded.
Certificate Coursework
Code | Title | Hours |
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SPED 5170 | Partnerships in Transition Planning | 3 |
SPED 5250 | Assessment and Planning in Transition Education and Services | 3 |
SPED 6250 | Issues and Research in Transition and Post-Secondary Outcomes for Students with Disabilities | 3 |
Total Hours | 9 |
GUIDE FOR DEVELOPING A PLAN OF STUDY
Below is a guide for developing a Plan of Study for the graduate certificate. Students should review their degree audit and work with their faculty advisor to identify specific courses to fulfill program requirements.
First Term | Hours | |
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SPED 5170 | Partnerships in Transition Planning | 3 |
SPED 5250 | Assessment and Planning in Transition Education and Services | 3 |
Hours | 6 | |
Second Term | ||
SPED 6250 | Issues and Research in Transition and Post-Secondary Outcomes for Students with Disabilities | 3 |
Hours | 3 | |
Total Hours | 9 |
- Standard 1. Candidates know and understand the foundations of special education and the framework of secondary transition services.
- Standard 2. Candidates create learning environments that promote high levels of learning and achievement for all students.
- Standard 3. Candidates demonstrate the ability to plan and deliver effective instruction that advances the learning of each individual student.
- Standard 4: Candidates construct and use varied assessments to inform instruction, evaluate, and ensure student learning.
- Standard 5. Candidates collaborate and communicate with students, parents, other educators, administrators, and the community to support student learning.
- Standard 6. Candidates assume responsibility for professional growth, performance and involvement as an individual and as a member of a learning community.