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Special Education Admissions Requirements

Special Education – Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism Spectrum Disorders (M.A.)

Admission Requirements

In addition to the University’s admissions requirements:

●        Baccalaureate with a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average

●        Official transcripts from all institutions attended

●        Three Letters of Recommendation (professional experience)

●        An appropriate scholarly writing sample

●        Professional resume/CV

●        Personal Statement

●        Official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo score reports(If required)

Program Requirements:

  • 30 credit course sequence
  • 9 credits of program practicum

Program Coordinator:

Randi A. Sarokoff, Ph.D. , BCBA-D
Hennings Hall 310,
(908) 737-3849,
rsarokof@kean.edu

 

Special Education- Autism and Developmental Disabilities (M.A.)

In addition to the University's admission requirements:

  • Baccalaureate degree with a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average*
  • Official transcripts from all institutions attended
  • New Jersey Instructional Certificate, CEAS, or Standard
  • Two Letters of Recommendation
  • Writing sample may be required
  • Professional resume/CV
  • Personal Statement
  • Official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo score reports

*Candidates who believe their record warrants further review should reach out to the program coordinator to discuss their candidacy.

Program Requirements:

  • Two semesters of advanced seminar
  • Professional Development Portfolio

Program Coordinator:

Joseph A. Hogan, Ed.D., LDT/C
Hennings Hall, 312
908-737-3845
jhogan@kean.edu

Special Education - Learning and Behavioral Disabilities (M.A.)

In addition to the University's admission requirements:

  • 3.0 cumulative grade point average*
  • Official transcripts from all institutions attended
  • New Jersey Standard Instructional Certificate or Certificate of Eligibility with Advanced Standing
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Departmental interview may be required
  • Writing sample may be required
  • Personal statement
  • Professional Resume/CV
  • Official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo score reports

*Candidates who believe their record warrants further review should reach out to the program coordinator to discuss their candidacy.

Program Requirements:

  • 36-39 credits
  • Two semesters of advanced seminar
  • Professional Development Portfolio

Program Coordinator:

Joseph A. Hogan, Ed.D., LDT/C
Hennings Hall, 312
908-737-3845
jhogan@kean.edu

Certification in Teacher of Students with Disabilities - Track A

Certification Only for Candidates Certified as Special Education Teachers  under Alternate Route Program

Program Description

This is a program leading to certification as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities for those individuals who received primary certification through Special Education employment and attendance at an Alternate Route Center established by the State of New Jersey.

Admission Requirements

In addition to the University’s admissions requirements:

  • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
  • Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0
  • Official transcripts from all institutions attended
  • Certificate of Eligibility in an instructional area
  • Letter of Employment from School District
  • Personal statement
  • Professional Resume/CV
  • Official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo score reports

Program Requirements

  • 21 credits

Program Coordinator:

Joseph A. Hogan, Ed.D., LDT/C
Hennings Hall, 312
908-737-3845
jhogan@kean.edu

Certification in Teacher of Students with Disabilities - Track B

Certification Only for Candidates Who Already Hold a  Standard New Jersey Teaching Certificate

Program Description

This is a program leading to certification as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities for those individuals who hold a standard certificate or certificate of eligibility with advanced standing for teaching in the State of New Jersey.

Admission Requirements

In addition to the University’s admissions requirements:

  • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university
  • Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0
  • Official transcripts from all institutions attended
  • New Jersey CEAS or Standard  Certification in an Instructional Area
  • Personal statement
  • Professional Resume/CV
  • Official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo score reports

Program Requirements

  • 21 credits

Program Coordinator:

Joseph A. Hogan, Ed.D., LDT/C
Hennings Hall, 312
908-737-3845
jhogan@kean.edu

Post-Master’s Certification: Applied Behavior Analysis: Autism and Developmental Disabilities

Admission Requirements

In addition to the University’s admissions requirements:

●      Baccalaureate and master’s degree in an acceptable field of study from a qualifying institution. Applicants who are unsure of whether the field of study of their degree is acceptable may request a preliminary review.

●      Official transcripts from all institutions attended

●      Three letters of recommendation (professional experience)

●      Furnish an appropriate scholarly writing sample

●      Professional Resume/CV

●      Professional statement of interest

●      Official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo score reports

Program Requirements:

  • 18 credit course sequence  
  • 6 credits of program practicum

Program Coordinator:

Randi A. Sarokoff, BCBA-D,
Hennings Hall 310,
(908) 737-3849,
rsarokof@kean.edu

 

Post-Master's Certification: Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant (LDTC)

In addition to the University’s admissions requirements:

  • Master degree from an accredited college or university in education or a related field with a minimum cumulative graduate degree GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).  The cumulative GPA inclusive of all programs attended will also be considered as part of the application. 
  • Official transcripts from all institutions attended (including all undergraduate and graduate schools attended)
  • Copies of all valid New Jersey Certifications
  • A letter from the school administrator/school district on official letterhead documenting at least three years of full-time teaching experience is required. Only full-time teaching experience is considered
  • Written statement (1-2 pages) detailing why you are pursuing this certification and future goals  
  • Professional Resume/CV
  • Official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo score reports 

TRANSFER OF CREDITS

  • Two courses from another institution of higher learning may be accepted provided credits are within six years (6) of previous graduate work.
  • Course work descriptions must be submitted with application.
  • Acceptance is pending review of courses and submission of official transcripts to the program coordinator.

KEAN UNIVERSITY CREDITS

  • Courses previously taken at Kean may be accepted if they fall within the 6 year limit of previous graduate work.
  • Acceptance is pending review of courses by coordinator.

Program Requirements:

  • 24 credits
  • Practicum and Internship (90 clinical hours)
  • Minimum 3 years teaching experience with a valid NJ teaching certificate required for certification

  • Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0

Program Coordinator:

Joseph A. Hogan, Ed.D., LDT/C
Hennings Hall, 312
908-737-3845
jhogan@kean.edu