Program Overview

  • Duration

    6 Months (Self-Paced) Program

    Can be done in 6 months

  • Total Courses

    5

  • Total Credit Hours

    30 Hours

Our Special Education program is dedicated to preparing educators to support students with diverse learning needs. Students study special education laws, individualized education plans, and strategies for teaching students with disabilities. Graduates are equipped to work in special education classrooms, inclusive settings, or as special education advocates.

Pedagogical Foundations And Teaching Methods:

The College of Education begins with a focus on pedagogical foundations and teaching methods. Students delve into the principles of education, child development, and innovative teaching techniques. This foundational knowledge equips them with the skills necessary to inspire and educate future generations.


Classroom Experience And Student Engagement:

Beyond the theoretical framework, our College of Education places a strong emphasis on classroom experience and student engagement. Students have opportunities to participate in teaching practicums, work with diverse student populations, and collaborate with local schools. These experiences not only enhance their teaching skills but also provide valuable insights into effective education strategies.


Global Education Perspectives And Cross-Cultural Teaching:

The College of Education at Mid Island University is committed to promoting global education perspectives and cross-cultural teaching. Our curriculum explores international approaches to education and encourages students to engage in cross-cultural teaching experiences through study abroad programs and collaborations with educators from around the world. This global perspective equips students to excel in diverse educational settings.

This course contains all of the core information that an inclusion text requires and then takes you to a higher level by including issues of gender, race, ethnicity, language, socioeconomic status, and family structures.


The course focuses on the educational assessment methods and procedures used in decision making and program planning for students with exceptional learning needs and from culturally or linguistically diverse backgrounds. You will be able to learn the aspects of the assessment process that represent a commitment to integrity, intellectual spirit, justice and stewardship.


This course provides an overview of the field of special education. By the end of the course, you will have a broad overview of the field and its key concepts, issues, and the relevant Department of School Education policies.


The course aims to reveal to you, the causes and diagnoses of mental retardation. The course provides methods and strategies for treating and teaching children with mental retardation; curriculum (comparison and contrast); and modern trends in teaching children with mental retardation.


The course “Teaching students with Moderate Disabilities” seeks to help you develop age-appropriate strategies for educating students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment.

Cost of Attendance

Tuition Fee Breakdown Cost
GRADUATE DIPLOMA $6,450
Medical Insurance $0.00
Personal Expenses $0.00
Study Materials $0.00
Food Cost $0.00
Total Tuition Fee $6,450
WHERE AFFORDABILITY

Meets Opportunity

At Mid Island University, we believe in where affordability meets opportunity. Our commitment to accessible education ensures that quality learning doesn't come with a hefty price tag. We open the doors to knowledge, offering students the chance to thrive without the burden of overwhelming tuition fees, empowering them for a brighter future.

Our Eligibility Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree, or equiv. International Education

Credit Hours

30 Hours

Course Duration

6 Months (Self-Paced) Program

Courses Offered

5