Micro-Credential in Early Childhood Special Education
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TOTAL COST
$3,400*
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NEXT START DATE
Apr 07, 2025
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COMPLETION TIME
5.5 Months†
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AVG. SALARY PREMIUM
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SEMESTER CREDITS
12
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The Early Childhood Special Education Micro-Credential provides students with content to support early learning needs of diverse populations. Content addresses research, community partnerships, language development and assessment and intervention methods centered on supporting young children with special needs. Some of the courses in the Early Childhood Special Education Micro-Credential are recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education as meeting the coursework requirements for an endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education.
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Total Cost Micro-Credential in Early Childhood Special Education |
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Total Tuition 12 semester credits x $235 per credit |
$2,820 |
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Fees $50 Application Fee$50 Conferral Fee $480 Technology and Library Fee (12 Semester Credits X $40 per Credit) |
$580 |
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Total Program Cost |
$3,400* |
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Program Details
Focus of Study
The Early Childhood Special Education Micro-Credential provides students with content to support early learning needs of diverse populations. Content addresses research, community partnerships, language development and assessment and intervention methods centered on supporting young children with special needs. Some of the courses in the Early Childhood Special Education Micro-Credential are recognized by the Illinois State Board of Education as meeting the coursework requirements for an endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education.
Program Outcomes
Start Dates
With flexible start dates, you can begin your program when it’s best for you.
April 07, 2025 Term
Apr 04, 2025
Payment Due
Apr 04, 2025
Application Due
Apr 07, 2025
Term Start
Apr 11, 2025
Unregister/Cancel Deadline
May 11, 2025
Term End
May 19, 2025 Term
July 07, 2025 Term
August 18, 2025 Term
September 29, 2025 Term
November 10, 2025 Term
January 12, 2026 Term
February 23, 2026 Term
Courses
Here are just some of the courses you’ll take when working towards this program. Visit the College Catalog to see all courses.
RES5313 |
Research Methods for Early Childhood Education |
3 Semester Credits |
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SPED5043 |
Building Collaborative Relationships |
3 Semester Credits |
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SPED5073 |
Language: The Foundation for Reading |
3 Semester Credits |
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SPED5083 |
Early Childhood Assessment and Intervention |
3 Semester Credits |
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