Diploma program in inclusive education focusing on developing teaching strategies for students with special needs. Prepares teachers and specialists for work in diverse and inclusive educational environments.
Program Description
By the end of the program, participants will be able to:
- Design Inclusive Environments: Develop, implement, and evaluate inclusive education settings, ensuring all students—regardless of ability—effectively learn and participate.
- Implement Interventions: Plan and implement interventions targeting emotional regulation, motivation, resilience, and specific challenges like learning difficulties, bullying, and behavioral issues.
- Foster Collaboration: Build collaborative, supportive school cultures that engage teachers, parents, and the community in the educational process.
- Apply Specialized Pedagogies: Utilize evidence-based practices tailored for diverse learning needs in both mainstream and specialized settings.
- Uphold Rights: Apply principles of equity and inclusion in line with international conventions and Egyptian Constitutional mandates for education.
The program is ideal for teachers, school administrators, and special needs specialists looking to lead inclusive educational practices.
Bachelor’s degree from accredited university, acceptable GPA, English proficiency test, one recommendation letter
Courses (18 credit hours)
Course work for the Graduate Diploma requires the completion of 18 credits as follows:
Required Courses
18 credits Required / 6 courses
Semester 1
PSYC 520/5205 – Psychology in the Schools (3 cr.)
EDUC 541/5204 – Human Development & Learning Theory (3 cr.)
EDUC 557/5234 – Reaching Diverse and Underserved Learners (3 cr.)
Semester 2
PSYC 000/5255 – Assessment and Evaluation for Learning Enrichment (3 cr.)
EDUC 000/5238 – Programs and Environments for Inclusive Education (3 cr.)
PSYC 000/5265 – Applied Projects in Inclusive Education (3 cr.)
Program Overview
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Contact Admission
The American University in Cairo