Special Education & Autism Off-Campus Programs

Towson University offers courses and degree programs in special education at off-campus locations through the Towson Learning Network. These programs are available at reduced costs.

Flyers:

Virtual Information Sessions:

  • 4/8 5 pm SPED - MAT / Howard County only
  • 4/8 6 pm SPED - MED / Multi-County
  • 4/29 6 pm SPED - Autism in the Classroom / Multi-County
  • 5/20 5 pm SPED - MAT / Howard County only
  • 5/20 6 pm SPED - MED / Multi-County

Spring 2025 / Fall 2025

Participating Agencies

  • Anne Arundel County Public Schools
  • Baltimore City Public Schools
  • Baltimore County Public Schools
  • Calvert County Public Schools
  • Cecil County Public Schools
  • Charles County Public Schools
  • Harford County Public Schools
  • Howard County Public Schools
  • Montgomery County Public Schools
  • St. Mary's County Public Schools

Your school not listed?  TLN for potential opportunities.

About the Program:
The Autism in the Classroom Graduate Certificate provides a comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges of students with ASD and their families and the most effective, evidence-based practices and strategies to support the learning and social success of these students in school and the community.

Participating Agencies

  • Anne Arundel County Public Schools
  • Baltimore City Public Schools
  • Baltimore County Public Schools
  • Calvert County Public Schools
  • Cecil County Public Schools
  • Charles County Public Schools
  • Harford County Public Schools
  • Howard County Public Schools
  • Montgomery County Public Schools
  • St. Mary's County Public Schools

Your school not listed? Contact TLN for potential opportunities.

About the Program:
Graduates of the MAT program are eligible for teacher certification in the general education tracks of early childhood, elementary and secondary education.

  • Early childhood education prepares students to teach Pre-K through grade three.
  • Elementary education prepares students to teach grades one through six.
  • Secondary education prepares students to teach grades seven through 12 in biology, chemistry, earth-space science, English, mathematics, physics, or history/social studies. 
  • World Languages prepares students to teach Pre-K through grade 12 in French or Spanish.

Participating Agencies

  • Anne Arundel County Public Schools
  • Baltimore City Public Schools
  • Baltimore County Public Schools
  • Calvert County Public Schools
  • Cecil County Public Schools
  • Charles County Public Schools
  • Harford County Public Schools
  • Howard County Public Schools
  • Montgomery County Public Schools
  • St. Mary's County Public Schools

Your school not listed?  TLN for potential opportunities.

About the Program:
This is a program in special education for those who currently hold a Maryland teaching license. At the completion of this program and after passing the required MSDE Praxis II tests, graduates will be eligible to receive an endorsement in special education.

The program provides the skill development and knowledge base established by the Council for Exceptional Children's Standards for Beginning Special Educators. Completion of course requirements meets the Maryland State Department of Education's Special Education Generic Certification in:

  • Infant–primary (birth-grade 3), or
  • Elementary–middle (grades 1-8), or
  • Secondary–adult (grades 6-12+) levels.

The program emphases are:

  • inclusive practices,
  • collaboration and consultation,
  • translation of effective instruction,
  • assessment,
  • research into practice, and
  • cross-categorical disability approach.

Reduced Program Costs

  • Through a contractual agreement with your employer, tuition for courses are significantly reduced.
  • The TU application fee of $50 is waived.
  • Participants are responsible for purchasing course texts.
  • A required electronic portfolio software program, with a one-time fee of $120, will be used in all College of Education graduate programs.

How to Apply

Complete the form below to receive more information about how to apply and join the cohort appropriate for your school or agency.

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Phone
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