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Early Childhood and Elementary Education Special Ed Certification
Fully Accredited
Marywood University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSHE). / ADDRESS / 3624 Market Street, 2nd Floor West, Philadelphia, PA 19104. | Phone: (267) 284-5000
Marywood University’s education unit is proud to be recognized and approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The approval process establishes rigorous standards for program quality and professional educator competency and holds licensed institutions accountable for meeting these standards.
Teach the Future with an Early Childhood and Special Education Certification
Marywood's Early Childhood and Elementary Education Special Ed Certification will give you the opportunity to learn the latest special education strategies from experienced educators and researchers. Through this program, you will be given access to first rate facilities and supportive faculty who are dedicated to your development as a teacher.
Upon completion, you will find yourself well-rooted in the theories and practice necessary for success in the classroom -- and you will benefit from a program whose graduates are actively recruited.
My time at Marywood is something I will never forget. The professors at the university taught me more than I could ever imagine about being an educator. I feel 100% confident to manage my own classroom because of the wonderful people that helped me along the way.
Bianca Gifford '21 Read All Testimonials
Outcomes & Opportunities
Top Employers
- School Districts
- Universities
- Education App/ Tutoring Companies
- Public Libraries
Top Career Paths
- Special Education Teacher
- Elementary School Teacher
- Speech Pathologist
- Learning/Development Coordinator
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- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
- “B” average during undergraduate study or demonstrated potential for graduate work
- Completed application
- Official, sealed transcripts
The School of Education is located in the The McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies located on the corner of University and North Washington Avenues. This facility contains classrooms and related clinical/professional space.
SOAR Program
Map & Directions
Students On-Campus Achieving Results (SOAR) is a one-of-a-kind program that encourages independent living and prepares students with autism for competitive employment. Located in the McGowan Center, SOAR was founded by Marywood University and the Northeastern Educational Intermediate Unit (NEIU) in 2008.
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McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies
1201 University AvenueMap & Directions
The McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies, located on the corner of University and North Washington Avenues, contains classrooms and related clinical/professional space for Communication Sciences and Disorders, Psychology and Counseling, Education, and Business students. Market Marywood is also located here.
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Curriculum Lab Library
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The Curriculum Lab and Library, located in the McGowan Center for Graduate and Professional Studies, is a curriculum materials resource area, designed to support the specialized needs of teacher education students.
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Scholarships
Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship
The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation's scholarship programs are designed to encourage and support outstanding students who work hard, demonstrate a strong will to succeed, and have financial need. Our scholarships provide financial assistance and academic support to high school, undergraduate, and graduate students.
Tuition
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- Assistant Professor of Practice
- rstevens2@marywood.edu
- 570-348-6211 x2511
- Coordinator of Assessment & Certification
- acbabcanec@marywood.edu
- 570-961-4731
80+ opportunities for you to find the right fit with 50+ undergraduate degrees and 30+ graduate and certificate courses.
From #DayOne, Marywood is here for you each step of the way. For currently enrolled students visit the School of Education Student Resources Website for academic tips, forms, and more to guide you on your academic journey.
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Fully Accredited
Marywood University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSHE). / ADDRESS / 3624 Market Street, 2nd Floor West, Philadelphia, PA 19104. | Phone: (267) 284-5000
Marywood University’s education unit is proud to be recognized and approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The approval process establishes rigorous standards for program quality and professional educator competency and holds licensed institutions accountable for meeting these standards.