About the Program

Individuals completing this certificate fulfill the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education requirements for Initial Licensure as Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities. The certificate offers matriculated students a 27-credit sequence of course work, including 150 hours of monitored pre-practicum field-based experience, and a minimum semester-long supervised practicum (including hours in an inclusive setting).

This program is especially suitable for teachers who seek a second license in Moderate Disabilities. For teachers who currently hold an initial licensure in early childhood, elementary education, and middle/secondary education, part of their practicum hours will be waived. Upon completion of this program, these teachers will be dual licensed.