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Admission Requirements

  1. Teaching certificate in New York State: initial, professional or permanent certification in any area
  2. Master's degree in education or a  related services field (speech and language pathology, physical therapy, nursing) with a GPA of 3.5 or better
  3. Completion of SPED 700 (Issues &Practices in Educating Students with  Disabilities) or the equivalent with a grade of B or better for all applicants without a Master's Degree in Special Education.
  4. Evidence of acceptable writing skills
  5. Three letters of recommendation
  6. Evidence of work, volunteer, or personal experience with individuals with visual impairments
  7. An interview with a special education faculty member.