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Educational Diagnostician Certification

Educational Diagnostician Certification

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About the Educational Diagnostician Certification

The Educational Diagnostician Certification offers students a broad understanding of the theoretical and practical constructs that support practices for children with special needs. The certification program emphasizes the practical application of knowledge gained while encouraging current research analysis.

Career Opportunities

  • Educational Diagnostician

Application Instructions

  1. Complete the GradCAS application
  2. Submit application fee ($49 for domestic; $69 for international)
  3. Submit the following required documents:
    • Official e-transcripts from all US institutions attended are to be sent to GradCAS through their online order portal. If your institution does not have official e-transcripts available, they can be mailed to the GradCAS processing center.
    • International Students click here.
  4. Curriculum Vitae (preferred) or résumé
  5. Supplemental Information Form:
    • We strongly encourage contacting potential faculty mentor(s) prior to applying to the program to ensure sufficient space in Faculty labs and compatibility of research interests. Please select up to three faculty members in ranking order of priority.

Prerequisites

  • 2.6 cumulative GPA (or 3.0 last 60 hrs)
  • Teaching Certificate
  • 3 years of classroom experience
  • Master's Degree
The Department has the right to examine students’ prerequisites, accept equivalent hours, or require additional work.

*Students falling below the GPA minimum are encouraged to apply. Students are evaluated holistically based on several criteria

Program Details

Courses Offered

  • All courses are online and take place over 8-week sessions.

Degree Track

  • 24-27 credit hours (CH)

Degree + Certification

  • 33-36 credit hours (CH)

Average Time to Complete: 2.5 Years