DeKalb,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Certificate in Director of Special Education in Dekalb United States | Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University
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Dekalb United States
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,180
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
This certification program is tailored for educational administrators pursuing the Director of Special Education endorsement on their Professional Educator License (PEL). Eligible applicants must provide evidence of two complete years of full-time experience in special education instruction or professional service as a school social worker, psychologist, or speech-language pathologist while holding a valid PEL. A minimum GPA of 3.20 from the applicant's most recent degree is required. Those without a master's degree upon enrollment must complete one and pass the relevant content examination before being recommended for the endorsement. Application documents can be obtained from the Department of Special and Early Education. The outlined course sequence fulfills all Illinois State Board of Education requirements for the Director of Special Education certification.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
An applicant whose native language is not English must present an IELTS score of 6.5 or alternatively, a TOEFL score of at least 80 on the TOEFL ibt. Normally, to be considered for admission, a non-U.S. citizen shall have completed a four-year undergraduate degree. Candidates must have attained a GPA of at least 3.20 in their most recent graduate degree program.
Tuition
USD
18,180