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AUM Temporary Special Education Certificate (TSEC 6-12)

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Special Education 6-12 Certificate Option

Special education teachers are in high demand, both here and around the country.

The number of students who require special education services is growing exponentially—but the number of qualified Secondary Special Education teachers is highly needed!

The Alabama State Department of Education (ASLDE) is offering a new quick route to a class B Professional Educator certification for future 6-12 Special Education teachers, and AUM is part of this route!

Contact the ALSDE for more information about this route to a Class B Professional Educator Certification in Collaborative 6-12 Special Education.
(334) 694-4557

Start a new career helping children with disabilities learn and succeed.

Step 1

Complete the form for more information.

Step 2

Secure the position for the 2022-23 school year and complete a full year of full-time teaching in the Collaborative 6-12 classroom

Step 3

Enroll in classes with AUM!  Take all five courses at AUM. Start this semester! Online and In-Person.

Step 4

Pass the test!

Courses

ESPE 3760 Survey of Exceptionalities

This course provides a comprehensive survey of the field of special education with major emphasis on individual differences and the strategies for adapting education programs to educationally different children.

ESPE 4200 Critical Professional Components

This course develops knowledge of the ethical behavior expected of special education teachers, the roles and responsibilities of a professional educator, special education law, transition, and policies and procedures pertaining to special education.

ESPE 4350 Collaboration and Consultation

This course highlights evidence-based best practices in collaboration, the fundamentals of group processes, and skills needed for collaboration.

ESPE 4050 Behavior Management

This course demonstrates how collaboration creates a safe, inclusive learning environments across a wide range of settings and behaviors.

ESPE 4300 Introduction to Assessment for Diverse Learners

This course is an interpretation of psychological test results, administration of standardized tests, and informal test results with emphasis on utilization of diagnostic information in the writing of individual educational prescriptions for exceptional children and at-risk learners.

Start teaching today while you complete your certification!
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