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Special Education Schools

 

NASET Schools of Excellence

Selection as a NASET School of Excellence is the highest honor a private special education school can achieve through our professional association. The recognition is bestowed on private special education schools that meet rigorous professional criteria and have demonstrated truly exceptional dedication, commitment and achievement in the field of special education. **

To see a full list of the recipients of the Schools of Excellence awards - CLICK HERE

NOTE: The section of the NASET website on SCHOOLS OF EXCELENCE is designed to provide users with information about specific private special education schools that have met certain standards as determined by NASET. The information included is provided free of charge as a user convenience and is to be used for informational purposes only. Some information may represent opinion or judgment or contain inadvertent technical oversights, factual inaccuracies, or typographical errors. The information regarding all SCHOOLS OF EXCELLENCE were reported by the respective schools, State Departments of Education, and a review of the documentation submitted by the schools. As such, NASET does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information on the NASET website. NASET will not be responsible for any errors, inaccuracies, omissions or deficiencies in the information provided on the NASET website.

This information is provided "as is" with no guarantees of completeness, non-infringement, accuracy or timeliness, and without warranties of any kind, express or implied. You therefore assume sole responsibility for all risks associated with the use of this information and further accept that NASET is in no way responsible for any consequences whatsoever to anyone arising from your use or interpretation of any information contained within or linked from or to the web site. Before making decisions based on any of the SCHOOLS OF EXCELLENCE, NASET strongly recommends that you visit the schools and ask the directors of the specific programs specific questions pertaining to your child's needs.

 

University of North Dakota

The University of North Dakota (UND) College of Education & Human Development strives to provide the best preparation for students who aim to become special educators in schools, hospitals, state and private institutions, and other human service agencies.

The special education online programs offered by UND provide you with the flexibility and convenience you need as a working individual wanting to enhance your career in special education. Through the online programs, you can:

  • Take graduate courses online from UND while you live and work in your own community.
  • Get the flexibility of online learning with the personal contact and connection of “live” instruction offered through Web-conferencing.
  • Work toward completing your graduate program one course at a time. Or, by taking a few courses each semester, you can complete your program faster…it's up to you!

Master’s Degree in Special Education

Strengthen your skills in serving children and young adults with mild to moderate disabilities.

  • learn concepts, practices, and approaches that concern children with school-related difficulties.
  • refine your diagnostic and prescriptive skills with children and young adults.
  • view your specialty within the broader context of the school setting by becoming familiar with issues, trends, and research that mark contemporary education.
  • be encouraged to have an inquiring and questioning attitude toward your profession.

Graduate Certificate in Autistic Spectrum Disorders

Develop the skills and tools needed to effectively address the many challenges individuals with autistic spectrum disorders (ASD) face.

  • learn methods for working with ASD individuals from UND faculty in special education, speech and language pathology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, nursing, and counseling psychology.
  • receive specialized training and resources designed for professionals, parents, and other caregivers.
  • review the latest research on providing quality, lifelong services.
  • gain access to a support network for families, practitioners, and professionals who work with individuals with ASD in rural settings.

Both programs are approved by the following:

  • National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE)
  • • Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)
  • North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCACS)

Review of applications will begin June 1 for Fall Semester and November 1 for Spring Semester. A bachelor’s degree in select fields is required. For complete admission and application information, please contact us.

To get started, contact:
UND Distance Degree Programs
Toll Free: 1.877.450.1842
E-mail: distancedegreeprograms@mail.und.edu
Web: www.conted.und.edu/ddp/programs

 

 

 

HEARTSPRING
A Worldwide Center for Children with Special Needs

For over 70 years, Heartspring has pioneered breakthroughs for individuals with special needs. As a worldwide center for children with special needs, we provide education services to students at Heartspring School, pediatric outpatient therapies to children at the Growing Place at Heartspring, as well as consultation services to families and school districts. Heartspring specializes in serving children with autism, mental retardation, developmental disabilities, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy and challenging behaviors. Heartspring also offers professional development through Heartspring World Reach, including presentations, hands-on application and implementation, and intensive autism training.

For More Information:

Heartspring
8700 E. 29th St. N.
Wichita, KS 67226
http://www.heartspring.org

Phone: (800) 835-1043
Fax: (316) 634-8875
Email: admissions@heartspring.org