Director of Special Education Internship Fall is a 16‑week online course structured into five three‑week modules that run alongside continued supervised fieldwork. This semester addresses Ethics and Professional Norms (Standard 2), Community of Care and Support for Students (Standard 5), Professional Capacity of District and School Personnel (Standard 6), Operations and Management (Standard 9), and Equity and Cultural Responsiveness (Standard 3).
Coursework focuses on navigating the complex responsibilities of the Director of Special Education, including legal compliance, systemwide processes, procedural safeguards, and inclusive district practices. Students are encouraged to expand professional networks, strengthen collaboration across departments, and develop foundational expertise in special education operations and leadership practices. Fee: Additional fee required.