Department of Special Education

Welcome!

Welcome to the Department of Special Education, which includes the following programs: Undergraduate Program in Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TSD), Graduate Certification in Teacher of Students with Disabilities (Tracks A and B), Master of Arts in Special Education – Option: High Incidence; Master of Arts in Special Education – Option: Low Incidence; Post Master’s Certification – Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant.

Candidates who complete the undergraduate, graduate certification and master’s students who don’t already hold a certificate in TSD will be eligible for New Jersey Certification as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities. Master’s candidates who complete the program and already hold a TSD certificate can use their course of study to expand their knowledge and expertise in the field of Special Education. Candidates in the Post-Master’s program are eligible to apply for New Jersey Certification as a Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant.

The Special Education Faculty wishes you well in your studies at Kean University and is ready to assist you with your endeavors. The program at Kean University reflects the philosophy held by the College of Education. Special Education faculty firmly believe that students should achieve growth toward becoming informed, dynamic, professionals as evidenced by demonstration of proficiencies in knowledge, comprehension, disposition developments, and skill application. We suggest that you utilize the guidesheets as well as the student handbooks to familiarize yourself with our courses and program requirements with the expectation that we can and will support you in fulfilling your goals. We look forward to attending your graduation.