Remember the teacher that unlocked the mystery of reading for you way back in first grade?
Maybe it came easy for you but not to the boy or girl sitting next to you. You could be the person who opens doors for students of all abilities by earning a Master of Education degree with dual certification in Elementary and Special Education at Alvernia University.
Alvernia University has developed a program that prepares future educators to be certified in both Special Education and Elementary Education while getting their Master of Education degree at the same time. The program provides coursework and field experiences that prepare students to be successful in a variety of inclusive elementary and special education classroom settings.
Both certifications comply with current Pennsylvania and national standards. In addition to coursework that focuses on young students with special needs such as learning disabilities, social/emotional disorders, and autism, the M.Ed. with dual certification program also includes coursework in technology, literacy and teaching strategies and methods for the instruction of elementary aged students. Certification students are required to complete classroom field experiences throughout their program to enhance their understanding of working with children with various abilities and disabilities.
View the curriculum and course descriptions required for this program, request more information, view our admission criteria, or apply today to get ahead.
Faculty Perspective
Faculty Perspective
Kelly Cockrum, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Education
“Dedicated professionals will be available to you as you pursue your master’s degree in education or any graduate certification program. These individuals will draw on years of expertise and community involvement to support your progress.”
Student Profile
Steph Snavely, M.Ed. ’10
“The M.Ed. program at Alvernia University has provided an academically challenging experience which is relevant to my career as a teacher.”
Michelle Salloum, Special Education Certification ’08
“Alvernia University strives to integrate a variety of different teaching methods to ensure success.”