Early Childhood Special Education

Are you an early childhood educator hoping to promote inclusiveness and improve your own abilities in the classroom? The Morgridge College of Education's early childhood special education certificate program is designed for individuals who already possess a master's in early childhood education or a related field. You'll learn to work within public schools, private programs and community agencies to help serve and assist families with children with developmental delays and disabilities. The skills you develop will help you improve the social-emotional, cognitive, physical, communication and academic outcomes for special needs children 8 and younger.

In addition to developing a holistic approach to evidence-based practices, you'll also learn to incorporate inclusiveness into your everyday work, develop a family-centered approach to intervention, and use data and the latest in research and technology to improve your performance. Upon completion of the program, you can apply for an Early Childhood Special Education Specialist Endorsement through the Colorado Department of Education (CDE).

Develop the knowledge and practical skills needed to work successfully with inclusive Early Childhood Education (ECE) programs. Our Graduate Certificate program is for students who already have a master’s degree in ECE, early childhood special education (ECSE) or a related field.

Our program trains you to work within public schools, private programs, and community agencies that serve families with children with developmental delays and disabilities. You’ll learn how to problem solve and collaborate with others to make decisions that support positive social-emotional, cognitive, physical, communication, and academic outcomes for special needs children aged birth to eight years.