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The M.A. teacher preparation program prepares entry-level educators seeking state licensure in the area of deaf and hard of hearing students and CED certification in the education of deaf and hard of hearing students. Students may follow a course of study in one of four areas of specialization:
Family-centered early education
Elementary
Secondary
Multiple disabilities
Applicants who need prerequisites may have to take an additional year of studies. Since all undergraduate Education courses at Gallaudet are conducted in ASL, students who wish to fulfill prerequisites courses in education at Gallaudet are only able to do so if they possess adequate ASL skills. It is strongly recommended that applicants complete prerequisites before entering the M.A. teacher preparation program.
For the program of study and requirements for the M.A. in Deaf Education: Teacher Preparation click the link for the individual specializations in the right-side menu.
Admissions Procedures
Applicants for the M.A. in Deaf Education: Teacher Preparation must complete the application procedures and meet the requirements for graduate study at Gallaudet University. Visit the Graduate Admissions web site for more information and a checklist of application requirements. Detailed program information and course descriptions are also available in the Graduate Catalog.
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February 15 preferred |
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February 15 |
The Graduate School admission requirements and program requirements are essentially the same for all four Teacher Preparation specializations. Prerequistes and plans of studies vary by specialization in described in the individual programs for each.
Program Specific Requirements
Three Letters of Reference
Prerequisite Coursework
B.A. in Education
See each specialization for specific requirements
Prior Professional Experience
At least 200 hours of successful paid or volunteer work with infants, children, or adolescents, corresponding to the level for which the applicant is applying.
Prior certification preferred.
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