Master of Science in Special Education with Nevada Licensure Generalist in Special Education - Endorsement to Teach Students with Mild to Moderate Needs for Assistance and Intervention
Lead Faculty:
Dr. Mary-Lynn Tatman Ferguson
The purpose of the Generalist in Special Education endorsement program is to prepare students to instruct learners with mild to moderate disabilities in the K-12 system.
The Generalist in Special Education endorsement program at National University is based on the premise that meeting the special instructional needs of students in today’s schools requires knowledge of a wide array of teaching strategies, as no one strategy can meet the needs of every special needs student. Another major premise is that all prospective teachers must develop an awareness and acceptance of cultural, linguistic, ethnic, economic, gender, lifestyle, and ability differences. The program is designed to present a variety of researchvalidated methods, techniques, and opportunities to develop knowledge and skills to create and implement instructional programs that will positively impact the learning of K-12 students with special needs across developmental domains.
Application for a Nevada Teacher License
• Successful completion of the coursework with a minimum grade point average of 3.0 for graduate coursework. (Grades of “D” and “F” are not accepted.) All coursework must be completed within seven years to be accepted.
• Fulfillment of all financial obligations to the University before applying for the credential.
Each candidate must have on file:
• A zero account balance
• Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
• Passing score in PRAXIS I
• Verification of subject matter competency with passing score reports on PRAXIS II.
• Proof of passing with a grade of “C” or better coursework or an examination covering the U.S. Constitution, Nevada Constitution, and Nevada School Law.
• Written evaluations of performance in field experiences, internships, educational projects, student teaching and other practica
Program Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate competence in the application of research methods including critiquing and synthesizing current educational literature
- Demonstrate competence in the ability to apply research methods including technology for research
- Demonstrate consultation and collaboration skills, including the ability to implement professional development at their school sites in the area of special education
- Advocate for students receiving special education services
- Understand Federal and State laws regarding special education
- Demonstrate competence in instructional design including adaptations required to assist students receiving special education services to achieve the state standards for curriculum
- Demonstrate competence in positive behavioral support
- Demonstrate expertise in use of technology as evidenced by development of adaptive devices, videos, and software
Requirements
(15 courses; 70.5 quarter units)To receive a Master of Science in Special Education in with Nevada Licensure, students must complete at least 58.5 quarter units of graduate work, 49.5 of which must be taken in residence at National University. Students enrolled in the joint degree-licensure program will not be awarded the masters degree until they complete all graduate and licensure coursework, including student teaching.
Candidates in the program must demonstrate mastery of methods and techniques that accommodate the increasing diversity in contemporary Special Education and General Education programs where students with special needs are served.
Core Requirements
(11 courses; 49.5 quarter units)
Core Requisite(s):
Student Teaching
(2 courses; 12 quarter units)
Project Courses
(2 courses; 9 quarter units)
