Special Education

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This is an introductory course that focuses on the fundamental knowledge and skills required of a classroom teacher. 

Teachers will walk away from this course with the knowledge, skills and confidence relating to programming for students with exceptionalities. 

They will explore categories of exceptionality in Ontario and teaching strategies that can be used to reach every student. 

This course will explore IEP development, inclusion and will include the review of a variety of Ministry of Education documents. 

Special Education Part 1 will be of interest to every teacher; not just those who teach in special education classes.

PREREQUISITES

(as required by OCT)

• OCT Member in Good Standing or OCT applicant if new Ontario BEd graduate (Read more)
   
• Your teacher education program coursework and practicum must be successfully completed before registration
   
• Qualification in at least one teaching division (e.g., Primary, Junior, Intermediate or Senior division qualifications)

WHAT TO EMAIL IN WHEN YOU REGISTER?

No documentation needs to be sent in.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Special Education Part 2 course will provide you with in depth information, ideas, strategies and interventions to develop special education programs based upon appropriate assessment of students identified as exceptional. 

You will take a closer look at current Ministry policies, resources and initiatives. Various discussions and tasks will allow you to share best practices and other relevant ideas in a collegial and professional forum.

PREREQUISITES

(as required by OCT)

• OCT Member in Good Standing
   
• Completion of Part 1
   
• 194 days teaching experience completed before the course start date - days of teaching can only be counted after you become a certified teacher

WHAT TO EMAIL IN WHEN YOU REGISTER?

Signed Teaching Experience Form

If you have a Part 2 qualification visible on your OCT certificate, you don't need to send us verification of your teaching days.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Special Education Specialist extends the knowledge and skills of Part 2 with a focus on application and leadership skills in the area of special education at the school, board and ministry levels.

Teachers will complete the Ministry of Education's Student Profile template and build on that profile information throughout the course. Course work reflects current legislation and involves using innovative approaches and programs. 

Teachers will gain insight as to the job skills required to work in the area of Special Education and learn about numerous resources that can be used in the classroom to support students. Essential for some ... good for all.

PREREQUISITES

(as required by OCT)

• OCT Member in Good Standing
   
• Completion of Part 2
   
• 388 days teaching experience completed before the course start date - days of teaching can only be counted after you become a certified teacher
   
• Minimum 1 year experience in  teaching special education - completed before the course start date

WHAT TO EMAIL IN WHEN YOU REGISTER?

Signed Teaching Experience Form

For Specialist AQ courses, you must verify your experience by emailing in your signed teaching experience form.