About the course

The Special Education program prepares Special Education teachers to design and deliver effective research-based instruction that results in optimal developmental, life-skills and academic student outcomes. Graduates of our program will passionately advocate for an utilize evidenced-based practices that promote equitable educational experiences for individuals with disabilities. We embrace practices that rely on data-based decision-making informed by observable and measurable children and student performance. We prepare special education teachers to work collaborate with the community, other professionals, and parents to facilitate an enhanced quality of life as an inclusive member of society. The program includes participation in a strengthened curriculum with more than 700 hours of clinical experience - similar to the preparation used in legal and medical professions. Rigorous preparation helps to include the likelihood that students will be hired upon graduation. The programs in Special Education at Cleveland State University are designed to prepare teachers to work with young children and K-12 students who have disabilities. The major is designed to provide coursework in the education of learners with exceptional needs. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: US$74,904

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Cleveland
Summer (May), 2024	Cleveland
Fall (August), 2024	Cleveland
Spring (January), 2025	Cleveland
Summer (May), 2025	Cleveland
Fall (August), 2025	Cleveland
Spring (January), 2026	Cleveland
Summer (May), 2026	Cleveland

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Cleveland State University - Shorelight

All secondary school records, including certificates. All school records should be submitted in the original language and should be accompanied by a certified English translation. Cumulative secondary school GPA equivalent to a 2.3 on the US grading scale for most programs. Students who have attended a US high school or secondary school in another country that follows the US high school curriculum must submit ACT or SAT scores. These students must submit a minimum total ACT score of 16, or a minimum old total SAT score of 770 (before March 1, 2016), or a minimum new total SAT score of 880 (after March 1, 2016). TOEFL iBT (Internet-Based): 78 and at least 17 in each section. TOEFL PBT (Paper-Based): 550. IELTS: 6.0 and at least 5.0 in each section.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 78.0

　　The next application deadline is 15 October 2023

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Cleveland State University - Shorelight. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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