Learning Disabilities (Teacher Certification for Already Certified Teachers)

https://cps.unh.edu/online/academics/post-baccalaureate-teacher-certification

This Post-Baccalaureate Program is for candidates interested in pursuing teacher certification. The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification program is designed for 21st Century Educators, providing an in-depth focus on the critical issues that are transforming the landscape of education - innovation, critical thinking, problem solving and collaboration.

Minimum GPA requirement of 3.0

Prerequisite: Must have a Special Education Teaching Certificate.

Post Bac - Specific Learning Disabilities 1
Introductory Level Education Courses
EDC 800Introduction to Field Experience1
Intermediate Level Education Courses
EDC 866Dynamic Assessment: Complexities of Identification in LD,EBD, and IDD6
EDC 867Behavioral Supports for Complex Behaviors4
EDC 868Advanced Assistive and Educational Technology4
Advanced Level Education Courses
EDC 869Advanced Programming for Students with Learning Disabilities4
EDC 872Advanced Curriculum, Assessment and Instruction for Students with Learning Disabilities4
Total Credits23
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A minimum grade of B- is required in all Major coursework.

This degree plan is a sample and does not reflect the impact of transfer credit or current course offerings. UNH CPS Online students should develop individual academic plans with their academic advisor during their first semester at UNH.

Sample Course Sequence

Plan of Study Grid
First Year
FallCredits
EDC 800 Introduction to Field Experience Nonclinical; Complete CHRC Process 1
EDC 866 Dynamic Assessment: Complexities of Identification in LD,EBD, and IDD Clinical B 6
EDC 867 Behavioral Supports for Complex Behaviors Clinical A 4
 Credits11
Spring
EDC 868 Advanced Assistive and Educational Technology Clinical A 4
EDC 869 Advanced Programming for Students with Learning Disabilities Clinical B 4
EDC 872 Advanced Curriculum, Assessment and Instruction for Students with Learning Disabilities Clinical A 4
 Credits12
 Total Credits23

Note: Only 1 Clinical A course allowed per term

Students Will:

  • Be reflective and knowledgeable about learners and are able to employ instructional methods, strategies and technologies to meet the needs of all students;
  • Have a rich understanding of the subject/s that they teach;
  • Employ best practices in the planning, delivery and assessment of instruction to improve learning achievement of Pre-K-12 students.

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The University of New Hampshire offers a number of academic programs designed to lead to professional licensure or certification in New Hampshire. However,  completing a UNH degree/program does not guarantee professional licensure or certification. Eligibility may also depend on factors like years of work experience, professional examinations, passing a background check, and other criteria.

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