2023-2024 Catalog

Transition for Youth with Exceptionalities

The Certificate of Graduate Studies in Transition for Youth with Exceptionalities is a 15-credit program designed to provide focused graduate study to prepare professionals to implement effective, research-based transition practices to improve transition outcomes for youth with exceptionalities.

Admission Requirements

  1. A completed application form accompanied by a $50 nonrefundable application fee.
  2. Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate records.
  3. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college with a 3.0 G.P.A.
  4. Professional references from persons acquainted with the academic aptitude of the applicant.
  5. Performance-based evaluation.
  6. Professional Goals Essay.
  7. Resume.

Course Requirements

Courses

CourseTitleCreditsOffered
DIS 451Introduction to Transition to Adult Life

3

Fall.
DIS 551Starting the Transition Journey

4

Spring.
DIS 552Transition in the Middle Years

4

Fall.
DIS 553Completing the Transition Journey

4

Spring.

Total Credit Hours: 15