School of Education
DEPARTMENTSLicensure and Master of Arts in Special Education - developmental disabilites
Making a Difference
Educators specializing in developmental disabilities promote independence and productivity. They work to achieve integration and inclusion for the child. These experts provide personalized instruction. Build your skills in assessing intellectual ability, adaptive behavior, general achievement and functional skills.
Developmental disability professionals need an appreciation of the theoretical and practical knowledge in the field. Understand how organizations providing support and advocacy services can assist families and children. Earning the Licensure or Master of arts in Special Education – Developmental Disabilities, will prepare you to:
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Address current literature and issues in special education.
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Implement appropriate identification and due-process standards.
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Design, field test, and evaluate appropriate instructional strategies and methodologies.
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Provide direct service and consultation.
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Work as partners with families.
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Team up with professionals across disciplines.
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Collaborate with family agencies, community services and professional organizations.
St. Thomas prepares professional, effective teachers in special education. Our program combines traditional coursework with a practicum in a real-world educational setting. Courses are conveniently scheduled for working education professionals.
The state of Minnesota approves license programs for special education personnel. St. Thomas recommends qualified candidates for developmental disabilities.
