This alternative certification program is a non-degree program designed for candidates who hold a bachelor’s degree and who are seeking special education certification. The total hours for the degree are 30 graduate credit hours.

A planned program for the below certification program is the curriculum contract between candidates and University of the Cumberlands. The candidate’s advisor will complete a planned program within the first semester of enrollment. Once the planned program is signed by the candidate, the candidate’s advisor, and the Department of Education Chair, it is filed in the Registrar’s office and serves as the curriculum for certification completion. Passing PRAXIS scores on all relevant exams are required before enrollment in Supervised Student Teaching or Practicum.

Click on the link below to download a planned program for the desired certification plan.

• Alternative Certification – Special Education (LBD)

For course descriptions, please refer to Online Catalog