Non-Licensure Special Education Degree Option
Program Overview
This program does not lead to teacher licensing in Massachusetts but does prepare students to work with children with moderate disabilities who participate in integrated or self-contained classrooms. The program also includes the courses leading to the certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis. This is a unique, advanced-level component that focuses on the application of behavioral principles in addressing the needs of exceptional learners. The program leads to eligibility for the Behavior Analysis Certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the program students will be able to:
• Demonstrate the ability to collect, analyze, synthesize, and apply measurement data.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and approach to subject matter of special education.
• Demonstrate the acquisition of the knowledge, principles and skills of Applied Behavior Analysis.
Program of Study
| ED 525 |
Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis
in Special Education |
3cr.
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| ED 534 |
Measurement and Experimental Evaluation
of Behavioral Intervention |
3 cr.
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| ED 541 |
Behavioral Assessment |
3 cr. |
| ED 544 |
Behavior Change Procedures and Systems
Supports |
3 cr.
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| ED 565 |
Education Law and Ethical Issues in
Behavioral Assessment |
3 cr.
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SPN 500
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Special Education Service Delivery and
Inclusion Model of Students with Special Needs |
3 cr.
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SPN 501
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Methods and Materials for Curriculum
Development of Special Needs Program |
3 cr.
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| SPN 502 |
Curriculum Development for Learners with
Special Needs |
3 cr.
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| SPN 504 |
Assessment and Educational Planning |
3 cr. |
| SPN 506 |
Nature and Needs of Students with Moderate
Disabilities |
3 cr.
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SPN 564
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English, Language Arts, and Social Science
for Diverse Learners |
3 cr.
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SPN 567
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Math and Science for Diverse Learners with
Moderate Disabilities |
3 cr.
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| SPN 573 |
Reflective Seminar |
3 cr. |
| ED 580 |
Innovative Practices in Education |
3 cr. |
| Plus the Comprehensive Examination |
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| Total degree requirements |
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42 cr. |
Dr. Malcolm L. Patterson, Ed.D.
Associate Dean for Graduate Education
The Institute for Behavioral Studies
Endicott College
The Van Loan School of Graduate and Professional Studies
978-232-2935 • mpatters@endicott.edu
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