Earn a Special Education Cross-Endorsement

The Advanced Alternate Route Program for Special Education (AARC) is an exciting and innovative course of study that provides training and practical experiences based on the NCATE and CEC standards for certified teachers to earn a cross endorsement in special education.

Qualifications for Admission

1. A valid teaching certificate
2. A minimum of 3 years successful teaching experience in the past 8 years (substitute teaching experience will be considered)
3. The desire to teach students with disabilities as a special educator
4. Access to a computer and a working email address

AARC Benefits

• Small regional cohorts
• Support from current practitioners as mentors
• Summer sessions, online learning, and Saturday classes allow for candidates to complete program and gain new skills while employed
• Opportunities to practice and apply competencies in educational settings
• Cost effectiveness
• Ability to positively affect the lives of students with disabilities
  

Special Education AARC Description

• Program operates on rolling admission; next cohort will begin June 28, 2010
• Field experiences, summer, evening and week-end classes
• Small regional cohorts
• Demonstration of competencies through an evidence-based portfolio

Program Fees

Tuition: Approximately $4,499.00
Textbooks and supplies: Approx. $500
Application deadline: May 21, 2010
This program is endorsed by the Connecticut State Department of Education

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