This program could be as many as 10 courses (3-credit hours each) or it may be fewer.
Individuals, who received their certification prior to 2012, will most likely require
the 10 courses. Those who received their certification in 2012 or after, will require
seven courses (this will be confirmed using transcripts). You can learn about the
required courses by visiting our website.
This program is offered in online and face-to-face formats. Once you choose a program,
you must take classes in that format only.
The program can be completed at a rate of two classes per semester, including two
classes over the summer; however, candidates may choose to take only one class per
semester.
No. We offer a modified student teaching course that is offered in Summer II each
year. It is a 3-credit course in which the candidate completes required assignments
and teaches lessons. We have structured it around local Extended School Year programs.
We offer rolling admissions, so candidates can apply at any time.
Candidates will be provided with an Approved Program of Study (APS), which will guide
the coursework for the certification.
This is a graduate program, and tuition costs can be found by visiting the bursar’s page.
In Pennsylvania, teachers must hold a certification in a general education content
area (e.g., PreK - 4, middle grades, secondary math or English, Health and PE, Music,
etc.) in order to hold a special education certification. West Chester University
offers post-baccalaureate certification programs in general education as well as special
education, so students could dual enroll in both programs. This route requires a full
semester of student teaching at the conclusion of both programs.
