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

Course	Title	Credits	Offered
DIS 451	Introduction to Transition to Adult Life	3	Fall.
DIS 551	Starting the Transition Journey	4	Spring.
DIS 552	Transition in the Middle Years	4	Fall.
DIS 553	Completing the Transition Journey	4	Spring.

Total Credit Hours: 15