September 18, 2023 to November 24, 2023
- Category: AQ, Online
- Region: Central Ontario, Eastern Ontario, GTA, Northern Ontario, Outside Ontario, Southern Ontario
- Topic: Special Education/Exceptionalities
- Grades: Intermediate (grades 7-10), JK-SK, Junior (grades 4-6), Primary (grades 1-3), Senior (grades 11-12)
Special Education Specialist is open to all elementary or secondary teachers who have a basic qualification in general studies or technological studies and who wish to deepen further their knowledge regarding students identified as exceptional.
Candidates enrolled in this course have obtained the pre-requisite qualification course, Special Education Part 2. The Additional Qualification course: Special Education Specialist extends the knowledge and skills of Part 2 and continues to focus on theory and practice in special education. Critical to the delivery of special education is the ability of teachers to ensure positive learning experiences for students. The Additional Qualification course – Special Education Specialist provides candidates with more in depth information and practice in special education.
As well, it focuses on leadership in the field of special education. The course continues to foster discussion on important issues that culminate in a Practical Leadership Project relevant to candidates.
- Organizer: Niagara University
- Cost: AQ Schedules C and D Courses: $710 ($640 for NU graduates). ABQ Schedule A Courses: $665 ($600 for NU Graduates)
- Location: Online
- Website: http://www.niagara.edu/aq
- Contact: Carmela Vitale
- Phone: 905.294.7260 ext. 1104