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Accreditation
University of Phoenix is accredited by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA).
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Master of Arts in Education - Cross-Categorical Special Education
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The Master of Arts in Education (MAED) with a specialization in Cross-Categorical Special Education is a graduate degree program preparing candidates for teacher licensure in the field of special education.
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Throughout the program, students are required to complete a minimum of 100 hours of verified field experiences. The focus of each observation will relate to specific course content. Documentation will be maintained in the student's electronic portfolio. Students' field experiences are designed to prepare them for student teaching.
Student teaching is an integral component of the Special Education Program. Student teachers work with a cooperating teacher and with a University of Phoenix faculty advisor during a field-based experience in a cross-categorical special education setting. The student teaching experience is designed to emphasize the achievement of state standards leading to certification and to present individuals with growth opportunities that best prepare them to assume the duties of a certified teacher.
Courses Covered In Cross-Categorical Special Education Major Include:
- Professional Communications
- Orientation to the Exceptional Child
- Models, Theories, and Instructional Strategies
- Special Education Methods
- Structured English Immersion
- Special Education Assessment & Interpretation
- Special Education Student Teaching: Cross Categorical, Seminar I
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Education Resources
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Facts & Info
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Institutional Accrediting Agency:
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
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Address:
3157 E. Elwood Street
Phoenix, AZ 85034
US
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Institution Type:
Private, for-profit, Higher Education
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Calendar Type:
University of Phoenix has a rolling schedule with classes starting once per week.
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Average Cost per Credit:
Undergraduate $494; Graduate $612; Doctoral $692; Undergraduate BSED/E $300; Undergraduate Nursing $430; Graduate Nursing/Education $485; Application Fee $45; Degree Completion Fee $65
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Credit-earning Options:
Previous training and education could qualify for college credits.
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Delivery Format:
Students complete 100% of their education Online. All interaction is conducted asynchronously, like email, so students can participate at their convenience.
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Carnegie Classification:
Specialized Institution—School of business and management
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Technical Requirements:
Min: 266Mhz Processor, 64MB RAM, 3GB hard drive, 56k or DSL/Cable modem, 1024x768 Display, Sound Card w/spkrs., CD-ROM, Printer, ISP account, Windows 98, ME, or 2000, MS-Office (Other MS products req'd for some courses), IE 5.0, AntiVirus software
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Geographic Restrictions:
None.
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On-Campus Requirement:
Doctoral students are required to attend 19 days of residential workshops in Phoenix, Arizona, during the 3-year program.
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Scholarships Offered:
University of Phoenix representatives can provide information that will help students research scholarships that are available.
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Loans Offered:
University of Phoenix participates in financial aid programs for its online college courses, including the Federal Stafford Student Loan, the Federal PLUS Loan, and the Federal Pell Grant.
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Registration Details:
A University of Phoenix representative will contact the student to walk them through the application process.
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