Graduate Certificate in Special & Gifted Education Programs

View Programs Now!

Teaching special & gifted education certificate programs requires licensure in all states. Students who possess and undergraduate degree in special education may qualify for a Certificate in Special & Gifted education. Teachers seeking specialization within their chosen field might consider Special & Gifted Education certification.

Special gifted education graduate certificate programs are designed to prepare students for a meaningful career educating children with special needs. Special education, or special needs education, is a specific field of education that focuses on teaching students with unique needs in a way that addresses their individual learning requirements. Earning a special gifted education certificate degree can give students the tools and practices they need for a career in teaching, instructing, supporting, and providing services to those with an identified disability who require individual instruction.

If you know the area or field you want to specialize in, special gifted education graduate program and grad school, it is helpful to refine your search. You can search directly for certificate in education for the deaf, certificates in education for the gifted, or simply special education certificates.

Another helpful way to search for a special gifted education certificate program is to determine whether you prefer to study locally or internationally, as you can also filter your search by location. Find the perfect graduate school to study special gifted education programs by beginning your search today!

Sponsored Listings

Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJ

Teaneck, NJ
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Orton-Gillingham Certificate
Train teachers in the use of an explicit, direct, multisensory structured, phonetic approach to teaching.
Request Info
Visit School Site
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Online

Online
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Special Education
One of the best online graduate education programs in the country, according to the 2013 U.S. News and World Report survey.
Request Info
Johns Hopkins University
Online

Online
Johns Hopkins University
Graduate Certificate in the Education of Students with Autism and Other Pervasive Developmental Disorders
This 18-credit, online certificate is designed for parents, certified educators, educational support personnel, and interested members of the community to gain practical knowledge for supporting children and adults diagnosed with autism...
Request Info
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY

Hempstead, NY
Hofstra University
Special Education
Designed to provide students who enter holding an initial certificate in special education with advanced training in issues and problems of inclusion, transition, and other aspects of PreK-12 education, this 34 s.h. program prepares reflective practitio...
Request Info
- Hempstead, NY
  3 More Campus Program(s) Available
  - Hempstead, NY
    
    Hempstead, NY
    Teaching Students with Severe or Multiple Disabilities
    This program is designed for certified special education teachers who wish additional skills, and experiences.
    Program: Campus
    Degree: Graduate Certificate
    Request Info
  - Hempstead, NY
    
    Hempstead, NY
    Teaching Students with Speech-Language Disabilities
    This program is designed for teachers who are certified in special education who wish additional knowledge.
    Program: Campus
    Degree: Graduate Certificate
    Request Info
  - Hempstead, NY
    
    Hempstead, NY
    Early Childhood Special Education
    The master’s program in early childhood education is offered by the Department of Teaching, Literacy, and Leadership. This integrated program leads toward the New York state initial certificate to teach early childhood (Birth-Grade 2). The program blend...
    Program: Campus
    Degree: Graduate Certificate
    Request Info
  - Hide More
- Online
  1 More Online Program(s) Available
  - Online
    
    Online
    Gifted Education
    This certificate is for teachers of high-ability students who hold or are working toward a NY State teaching certification.
    Program: Online
    Degree: Graduate Certificate
    Request Info
  - Hide More
Mount Saint Mary College
Newburgh, NY

Newburgh, NY
Mount Saint Mary College
Special Education
The aim of the program is to provide advanced professional training in the field of special education.
Request Info
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ

Glassboro, NJ
Rowan University
Learning Disabilities Teacher/Consultant Certification
Students who have already completed a master's degree in Learning Disabilities from another institution or a master's degree in...
Request Info
Lund University
Lund, Sweden

Lund, Sweden
Lund University
Special Education
Request Info
Illinois State University
Normal, IL

Normal, IL
Illinois State University
Special Education
The master's degree is designed for current special and general educators seeking advanced preparation and specialized training in special education. The curriculum includes options for advanced certification in specialty areas and participation in the...
Request Info
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA

Natchitoches, LA
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Special Education
Northwestern State University of Louisiana is a friendly, vibrant, student-oriented institution of higher learning deeply committed to preparing stude...
Request Info
University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
University of Edinburgh
Severe and Complex Learning Difficulties
Request Info
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
  2 More Campus Program(s) Available
  - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    
    Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Special Educational Needs
    Program: Campus
    Degree: Graduate Certificate
    Request Info
  - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    
    Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Special Educational Needs (Further and Community Education)
    Program: Campus
    Degree: Graduate Certificate
    Request Info
  - Hide More
University of Salford
Salford, United Kingdom

Salford, United Kingdom
University of Salford
Learning Disability Studies
Request Info
Ashland University
Elyria, OH

Elyria, OH
Ashland University
Bachelor's Plus Post-Baccalaureate Initial Teacher Licensure
Have a bachelor degree that did not lead to a teaching license? Check out our Bachelor's Plus initial teacher licensure program.
Request Info
- Columbus, OH
  1 More Campus Program(s) Available
  - Columbus, OH
    
    Columbus, OH
    Bachelor's Plus Post-Baccalaureate Initial Teacher Licensure
    Have a bachelor degree that did not lead to a teaching license? Check out our Bachelor's Plus initial teacher licensure program.
    Program: Campus
    Degree: Graduate Certificate
    Request Info
  - Hide More
- Ashland, OH
  1 More Campus Program(s) Available
  - Ashland, OH
    
    Ashland, OH
    Intervention Specialist Early Childhood
    Program: Campus
    Degree: Graduate Certificate
    Request Info
  - Hide More
Lehigh University
Bethlehem, PA

Bethlehem, PA
Lehigh University
Special Education
The graduate program is fully accredited by the Pennsylvania Department of Education and offers special education certification at the Master's level. We are strongly committed to the preparation of highly qualified educators who are not only skille...
Request Info
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR

Eugene, OR
University of Oregon
Special Education
Developmental Disabilities OptionEarly Intervention OptionExceptional Learner Option...
Request Info
Canisius College
Buffalo, NY

Buffalo, NY
Canisius College
Differentiated Instruction - Certificate
No two students enter a classroom with identical abilities, experiences, and needs. Learning styles, language proficiencies, background knowledge, readiness to learn and many other factors vary from student to student. Differentiated instruction is an i...
Request Info
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN

Minneapolis, MN
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
M.A. in Special Education - Twin Cities and Winona Campuses
As one of the only master's degrees of its kind in Minnesota, this program is designed for individuals who would like to become licensed to teach in the special education areas of learning disabilities (LD), emotional/behavioral disorders (EBD), an...
Request Info
- Winona, MN
  1 More Campus Program(s) Available
  - Winona, MN
    
    Winona, MN
    M.A. in Special Education - Twin Cities and Winona Campuses
    As one of the only master's degrees of its kind in Minnesota, this program is designed for individuals who would like to become licensed to teach in the special education areas of learning disabilities (LD), emotional/behavioral disorders (EBD), an...
    Program: Campus
    Degree: Graduate Certificate
    Request Info
  - Hide More
University of North Dakota
Online

Online
University of North Dakota
Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD) - Online Graduate Certificate
Serve those with autism in a variety of settings, including home, schools, hospitals, etc. 100% online. Pay in-state tuition.
Request Info
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA

Bridgewater, MA
Bridgewater State University
Special Education
The Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders offers several programs designed to meet the needs of graduate students. The department offers programs leading to licensure, graduate degrees, and coursework to meet professional developme...
Request Info
Orebro University
Orebro, Sweden

Orebro, Sweden
Orebro University
Special Education
Request Info
- Orebro, Sweden
  1 More Campus Program(s) Available
  - Orebro, Sweden
    
    Orebro, Sweden
    Sign Language
    Program: Campus
    Degree: Graduate Certificate
    Request Info
  - Hide More
Brunel University
Uxbridge, United Kingdom

Uxbridge, United Kingdom
Brunel University
Special Education
Brunel's overseas students make an important contribution to the academic and social life of the University. We have an overseas population of around 1600 students (both undergraduate and postgraduate) from 110 countries worldwide and we do our best to...
Request Info
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI

Berrien Springs, MI
Andrews University
Special Education
The Andrews University, School of Education, TLC Department, SPED/LD program seeks to prepare professionals who can work effectively within complex work and cultural systems marked by diversity, interdependence, and accelerating change. It is the phi...
Request Info
University of Alaska - Anchorage
Anchorage, AK

Anchorage, AK
University of Alaska - Anchorage
M.Ed. in Special Education
We offer distance leveling classes in Speech-Language Pathology.
Request Info
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY

Rochester, NY
University of Rochester
Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND)
Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities(LEND), for graduate/postgraduate students in an interdisciplinary environment, funded by the M...
Request Info
Castleton State College
Castleton, VT

Castleton, VT
Castleton State College
Special Education
With the Assistance of a faculty advisor, a student plans a graduate program. Programs allow opportunities for initial licensure, Vermont teacher endorsements, and advanced studies for practicing teachers.
Request Info
College of New Jersey, The
Ewing, NJ

Ewing, NJ
College of New Jersey, The
Special Education; Educational Technology
Our newly revised M.A.T. program consists of a core of courses completed by all students plus various specialization courses to meet certification requirements in a particular discipline. An immersion option allows a cohort of full-time students to comp...
Request Info