Special Education - Transition Spec
Fully Online
Overview
The Transition program is a four-course sequence that prepares secondary transition personnel to develop, implement, and evaluate secondary transition programs across disability categories, including program components related to student-focused planning and development, family collaboration, and interagency collaboration.
The Transition program is typically offered through a cohort model, with new cohorts beginning in even numbered years. Cohort members can be students enrolled in the Master of Science program in the Department of Special Education, combining core courses and electives, or non-degree seeking students taking the courses as a stand-alone non-degree program. For additional information and advisement, please contact Nicole Uphold, Assistant Professor.
This certificate requires 12 credit hours for completion.
Point of Pride
The Department of Special Education is one of the largest special education teacher preparation programs in the country. It has strong partnerships with school districts across the state, providing a wide range of clinical placements and collaborative opportunities.
Graduate Advisor
Dr. Mark Zablocki
(309) 438-8957
DeGarmo 524
Schedule a Visit
Discover what life as an Illinois State graduate student is like.
How to Apply
University Admission Requirements
A student applying to a graduate certificate program must:
- have earned a four-year bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a college or university that is accredited by the appropriate regional accrediting association, or do so within one academic year
International students can learn more about specific application requirements by visiting the Office of Admissions.
Additional Program Admission Requirements
To be considered for this program, you must submit the following:
- an official transcript from each higher education institution attended
- a current resume
-
An application letter that includes the following information:
- A description of your experience working with middle and/or high school students with IEPs
- An assessment of your strengths and areas for improvement related to providing secondary transition services
- At least three specific learning goals you plan to accomplish during the program
- a letter documenting a minimum of one year of successful teaching experience
- two professional references that address your disposition for advanced study
- a screenshot of current teaching license and endorsements
Global Access to Online Degree Programs
When applying, international students applying to a fully online program must agree to our international online and hybrid programs disclosure and disclaimer statements. Due to limited on-campus courses, immigration documentation cannot be issued for students seeking F-1 or J-1 status.
Application Deadlines
- Fall, Summer, and Spring Term — This program operates on a cohort model. The next cohort is yet to be determined.
I Want to Learn More
Request Information Form
Loading form...