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ETEP Unified 7-12

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Students who choose this option complete the program in two years. This 54 credit program is designed so that interns may work part-time. Students who successfully complete all the requirements are recommended for certification in both a 7-12 content area (English, Social Studies, Science, Mathematics, Foreign Language) and 7-12 Special Education and receive a M.S.Ed. in Teaching and Learning.

ETEP UNIFIED SECONDARY
Two- Year 7-12 Unified Secondary ETEP (Dual Certification in 7-12 Special
Education and a Chosen Content Area)The Unified 7-12 ETEPoption, like its Unified K-8 ETEP counterpart, prepares candidates to teach inclusive school environments.

Upon completion of 45 credit hours, candidates will be eligible for certification in both secondary special education and a selected 7-12 content area (English/language arts, social studies, physical science, life science, mathematics or K- 12 foreign language). After the completion of an additional 9 credit hours, candidates will earn a master’s in special education.
The program spans two summers and two academic years.

General Education Course Requirements (21 credits)

  • EDU 514 Improving Teaching in Content Areas
  • EDU 541 Seminar in Teaching, Learning, and Assessment I
  • EDU 542 Seminar in Teaching, Learning, and Assessment II
  • EDU 554 One of the following**

    ( 01) Secondary Science Methods
    ( 02) Secondary English Methods
    ( 03) Secondary Math Methods
    ( 04) Secondary Social Studies Methods
    ( 05) Secondary Foreign Language Methods

  • EDU 613 Professional Internship in Secondary Education (3 credits)
  • EDU 652 Curriculum Design
  • HRD 660 Life Span Development

Special Education Course Requirements (24 credits)

  • SED 540 Nature and Needs of Learners Who Are Exceptional
  • SED 518 Instructional Strategies for Students with Special Needs
  • SED 615 Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports
  • SED 687 Technology and Special Education
  • SED 653 Assessment in Special Education
  • SED 682 Special Education Law
  • SED 692 Transition from School to Adult Life
  • SED 688 Internship in Special Education (3 credits)

For more information about ETEP Unified or how to apply, please contact:

Teacher Education Department
(207) 780-5413
etep@usm.maine.edu

 

 

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