Special Education (Gifted P-12 Certification)

Admission to the Educational Specialist in Special Education (Gifted P-12 Certification) degree program requires the following:

• A master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
• Transcripts from all institutions attended
• A valid master’s level professional educator certificate in a teaching field
• Transcripts from all institutions attended
• A 3.0 GPA or higher in a completed graduate degree program
• Statement of purpose
• Completed UA Graduate School application
• Completed requirements for fingerprinting/background clearance
• Three letters of recommendation
  • Recommendation letters must be from current and former professors and/or supervisory personnel knowledgeable of the applicant’s academic and professional capabilities for all College of Education programs that lead to professional certification

Applications are accepted each semester. Students may begin the program in the fall, spring or summer semester.

This program leads to Alabama Class AA certification in Special Education (Gifted P-12 Certification). If you reside or intend to seek professional licensure outside of the state of Alabama, please review the requirements for that state prior to applying to this program.

The programs listed in the current UA Graduate Catalog that lead to Alabama Class A and Class AA professional certificates may be altered to meet certification standards adopted by the Alabama State Board of Education.

Find more information and learn about restrictions related to these degree programs that may exist regarding licensure in the state in which you reside.