OUR PROGRAMS The department is active in preparing highly qualified professionals for teaching at the early childhood, elementary, secondary and postsecondary levels in the field of special education and disability policy. We prepare: DOCTORAL CANDIDATES to become faculty at universities and colleges around the country as well as change agents of disability policy at the local, state and federal levels. TEACHERS to work with students having an array of disabilities – from those infants and toddlers who are developmentally delayed to transition-aged youth with high or low incidence disabilities. EDUCATORS, COMMUNITY PROFESSIONALS AND ADVOCATES as they increase their knowledge and skills in working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities. Doctoral Degree Program Ph.D. in Special Education and Disability Policy Master’s Degree and Licensure Programs Early Childhood Special Education Special Education, General Education Severe Disabilities
VCU offers candidates exceptional opportunities to develop as professionals in disability policy and leadership. The majority of these experiences take place outside of coursework, working alongside faculty in research, teaching and service. – Edwin Achola, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, College of Education, California State University
Certificate Programs Online Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Disability Leadership Post Master’s Certificate for Board Certification in Behavior Analysis (BCBA)
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