Learning Disabilities Certificate of Graduate Study
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The Learning Disabilities Certificate of Graduate Study is a 100% online program. Whether you're working to complete your degree as quickly as possible or trying to fit it into your busy schedule, we will help you meet your career goals.
Program Information
The Rowan Experience
The Certificate of Graduate Study in Learning Disabilities Program (COGS) is designed for teachers who are looking to broaden their knowledge and skills to better serve students with learning difficulties. The goals and objectives for the program include the further development of educational leaders in supporting students, parents, and colleagues in the field. Graduate students complete the COGS in Learning Disabilities with knowledge and skills in the current research on learning disabilities and methods so as to more effectively serve individuals with learning disabilities; and, in this program they are trained to be educational collaborators and leaders, to be change agents in their classrooms, and school districts.
Teachers in the state of New Jersey may apply to the Learning Disabilities Certificate of Graduate Study program through the New Jersey Teacher Outreach Program (NJTOP®). For more information about NJTOP, click here.
Curriculum
The Certificate of Graduate Study (COGS) in Learning Disabilities is a part-time program offered in a online format. It requires the completion of 15 graduate semester hours (five courses) which are possible to complete in only three consecutive semesters. Courses in this program may be used to satisfy some of the course requirements in Rowan's Master of Arts in Special Education.
- 5 Courses / 15 Semester Hours
- Foundation Courses: No
- Graduation / Exit / Thesis Requirements: No
| Course Number | Title | S.H. (Credits) |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses: 15 S.H. | ||
| SPED 08555 | Education & Psychology of Students with Disabilities | 3 |
| READ 30530 | Teaching Reading to Students with Disabilities | 3 |
| LDTC 18503 | Foundations Of Learning Disabilities | 3 |
| LDTC 18510 | Applied Learning Theories | 3 |
| LDTC 18520 | Neurological Basis of Educational Disorders | 3 |
Note: The courses listed above are not official and are subject to change. For an official list of available courses please visit the Rowan Global section tally.
Admission Requirements
The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below, a representative from the Rowan Global Admissions Processing Office will contact you with confirmation or will indicate any missing items.
- Completed Application Form
- $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
- Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
- Current professional resume
- Typewritten statement of professional objectives:
- Provide reasons for pursuing the program. Describe how you might use this program to advance your career (educational goals beyond the master's level, if applicable, are also relevant).
- Two letters of recommendation from professional sources
- Letters of recommendation should be from professional administrators and include information, which attests to applicant's ability to pursue a graduate degree.
- Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale)
- Interview (Applicants will be contacted directly by the Faculty Admissions Committee to schedule the interview. The interview may be conducted in person or via telephone.)
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Rowan University hosts a series of on campus and virtual events throughout the year to help you get to know us. From general information sessions, to program specific meetings with advisors, to webinars on timely and thought-provoking topics, these gatherings provide an excellent opportunity to ask questions, network with academics and future students, and learn from some of the most innovative and informed faculty in higher education today.
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Additional Information
The chart below details available entry terms for the Learning Disabilities Certificate of Graduate Study Online program as well as corresponding application deadlines. Submitting the Application Form is only the first step to beginning the admission process. All of the required materials listed above must be received on or before the application completion deadline for your desired entry term to be considered for admission to that term. We encourage you to complete the application form and begin submitting your materials at least one month before the deadline indicated.
| Entry Term | Start Date | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall - Module 1 | September 1 | July 1 |
At Rowan University, we pride ourselves on being vigilant and frugal about tuition. We work hard to provide quality education while seeking to reduce the barrier that college costs can present students.
RatesWe know paying for tuition can be a challenge. That is why Rowan provides students with the financial resources needed to put their education first by offering grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
More InfoThe chart below details available entry terms for the Learning Disabilities Certificate of Graduate Study Online program as well as corresponding application deadlines. Submitting the Application Form is only the first step to beginning the admission process. All of the required materials listed above must be received on or before the application completion deadline for your desired entry term to be considered for admission to that term. We encourage you to complete the application form and begin submitting your materials at least one month before the deadline indicated.
| Entry Term | Start Date | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall - Module 1 | September 1 | July 1 |
At Rowan University, we pride ourselves on being vigilant and frugal about tuition. We work hard to provide quality education while seeking to reduce the barrier that college costs can present students.
RatesWe know paying for tuition can be a challenge. That is why Rowan provides students with the financial resources needed to put their education first by offering grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
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