Transition- to- Work Endorsement [Online Program]

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1 School of Intervention Services College of Education and Human Development Bowling Green State University Transition- to- Work Endorsement [Online Program] The Transition- to- Work (TTW) Endorsement program is designed for educators who hold a valid intervention specialist or career- technical teaching license and wish to receive advanced preparation for supporting the transition of youth with disabilities from high school to adult life. The program is offered online to meet the needs of working professionals. Required Endorsement Courses (15 credit hours) q EDIS 6450 (3) Transition from School to Adult Life q EDIS 6610 (3) Transition Assessment and Instructional Strategies q EDIS 6620 (3) Competitive Employment, College, and Careers q EDWF 6010 (3) Foundations of Workforce Education and Development q EDIS 6900 (3) Internship in Interagency Collaboration for Transition Prerequisite Licensure Courses Candidates holding a career- technical license are required to complete the following licensure courses (at the graduate or undergraduate level) prior to taking the core endorsement courses. q EDIS 5310 (3) Teaching Students with Exceptionalities q EDIS 6550 (3) Advanced and Applied Behavior Management q EDIS 6710 (3) Collaborative Consultation in the Schools Program Admission and Completion Candidates pursuing the TTW Endorsement must be formally admitted to BGSU Secondary Transition Certificate program. Upon successful completion of required coursework with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and submission of an application for graduation, the candidate will be recommended to the Ohio Department of Education for the TTW Endorsement. For additional information, contact the program coordinator, Dr. Jeanne Novak, School of Intervention Services, at jnovak@bgsu.edu, (419)

2 School of Intervention Services 451 Education Building Bowling Green, OH Ph BGSU Online Certificate Program in Secondary Transition APPLICATION PROCESS CHECKLIST GRADUATE COLLEGE ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS o Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university o Online Graduate Application available at When you get to Enrollment Options, there is a box for Area of Study and a pull- down menu for Select my area of study. After clicking on the menu, you will be given a long list of program options. Select Secondary Transition Certificate (Online Program). o One original (official) copy of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts. Transcripts from BGSU are not required. Send academic transcripts to: Office of Admissions ATTN: Graduate Admissions 110 McFall Center Bowling Green State University Bowling Green, OH SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS o Letter of Reference: The letter should be from a faculty member or from a supervisor who is familiar with your professional performance. o Letter of Intent: The letter should address (a) your motivation for pursuing graduate study in your chosen field, (b) what you hope to gain through graduate study, (c) your career aspirations following completion of the program, and (d) your personal qualities that relate to success as a graduate student. Send letter of intent and reference form to: School of Intervention Services ATTN: Brittany Joseph, Cohort Coordinator 432 Education Building Bowling Green State University Bowling Green, OH siscohorts@bgsu.edu

3 School of Intervention Services College of Education and Human Development Bowling Green State University Graduate Certificate in Secondary Transition [Online Program] FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1. What job opportunities are available to me upon completion of the program? Graduates of the Secondary Transition Certificate program are equipped with the knowledge and performance skills to support youth with disabilities as they transition to adult life. The program is designed for the both the senders (education professionals) and receivers (adult rehabilitation providers) of youth in the transition process. Program completers who hold a valid intervention specialist or career- technical teaching license will be recommended to the Ohio Department of Education for the Transition- to- Work (TTW) Endorsement. Many school districts require that transition specialists, work study coordinators, career assessment specialists, vocational special educators, and job training coordinators hold or obtain the TTW endorsement. 2. How do I apply to the program? Apply to the Graduate College online at Review the Application Process Checklist for a list of additional application materials and procedures. 3. What are the requirements to be accepted into the program? A minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 2.7 (on a 4.0 scale) in all previous undergraduate coursework or 3.0 graduate GPA calculated based on a minimum of 9 graduate credit hours is required for admission. In addition to GPA, the program admission committee considers the applicant s educational and professional experiences (described in the letter of intent) and letter of reference. 4. What is the cost of the program? Tuition rates for the Academic Year are $424 per credit hour for in- state residents and $434 per credit hour for non- residents. For additional information about the cost of the program, including a Tech fee of $15 per credit hour and a Graduate Services fee of $16 per credit hour, refer to the BGSU Bursar s website: Students in the Secondary Transition Certificate program are charged tuition and fees listed in the Distance Learning - - Graduate category.

4 5. Is financial aid available for this program? We are working with the BGSU Office of Financial Aid to make certificate students taking 4 or more credit hours/semester eligible for federal financial aid. We expect to receive this approval later this summer. Students interested in federal financial aid will be required to complete the FAFSA ( and the Financial Aid Application online on BGSU s SFA website at The EDIS 6900 internship is designed to be taken 1 credit per semester to enable students to take one 3- credit- hour course with 1 credit of EDIS 6900 each semester for up to 4 semesters. 6. Are scholarships available for this program? Individuals admitted to the program in Fall 2014 are eligible to receive a 1- credit hour scholarship for Fall 2014, Spring 2015, and Summer 2015 semesters. Each credit hour is $424, bringing the total scholarship amount to $1272. Students will be responsible for course fees of $31 per credit hour. In order to receive the scholarship, an individual must: Be fully admitted the Secondary Transition certificate or master s program by August 11, 2014, Register for a minimum of 3 credit hours of program coursework each semester, and Maintain an overall GPA of 3.0. Scholarship students are encouraged follow the course sequence outlined below. 7. How long does it take to complete the program? The program is designed to be completed in 4-5 semesters. Four of the core secondary transition courses (EDIS 6450, EDIS 6610, EDIS 6620, and EDWF 6010) are offered only one semester per year and must be taken in sequence. Therefore, if you miss a course, you may need to wait to pick up the sequence of courses the following year. Year 1 Fall EDIS 6450 EDIS 6900 Spring EDIS 6610 EDIS 6900 Summer EDIS 6620 EDIS 6900 SAMPLE COURSE SEQUENCE 4 credits Transition from School to Adult Life (3) Internship (1) 4 credits Transition Assessment and Instructional Strategies (3) Internship (1) 4 credits Competitive Employment, College, and Careers (3) Internship (1) Year 2 Fall 3-4 credits EDWF 6010 Foundations of Workforce Education & Development (3) EDIS 6900 Internship (1) - OPTIONAL

5 8. When will I take courses? Program courses are offered in fall, spring, and summer. BGSU s semesters are 16 weeks, with the Fall semester starting near the end of August and ending in mid- December, Spring semester starting in January and ending in early May, and a 12- week summer session starting mid May. All program courses are delivered online so there are no required class times. You complete coursework around your schedule. 9. Does this program lead to educator licensure or endorsement? The Secondary Transition Certificate program does not lead to an initial educator licensure as an intervention specialist. Educators who hold a valid intervention specialist or career- technical license and complete the five endorsement courses (EDIS 6450, EDIS 6610, EDIS 6620, EDWF 6010, EDIS 6900) with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher will be recommended to the Ohio Department of Education for the Transition- to- Work (TTW) Endorsement. Note that candidates holding a career- technical license are required to complete the following licensure courses at the graduate or undergraduate level prior to taking the core endorsement courses: EDIS 5310 (3) Teaching Students with Exceptionalities EDIS 6550 (3) Advanced and Applied Behavior Management EDIS 6710 (3) Collaborative Consultation in the Schools 10. What topics are covered in the 5 required courses? EDIS 6450 Transition from School to Adult Life: Provides an overview of the transition of students with disabilities from school to adult roles. Primary emphases on transition planning and services, strategies for effectively preparing students to achieve their postsecondary goals, and adult environments and service delivery systems. EDIS 6610 Transition Assessment and Instructional Strategies: This course focuses on the use of person- centered, ongoing transition assessment to guide the transition planning process for youth with disabilities. Also addressed is the application of evidence- based instructional practices to support students development and achievement of postsecondary goals. EDIS 6620 Competitive Employment, College, and Careers: This course is intended to provide students with a person- centered approach to career planning and development for youth with disabilities. Consideration will be given to the needs of both youth transitioning into the competitive workforce and youth pursuing postsecondary education. EDWF 6010 Foundations of Workforce Education and Development: Principles of workforce education and development; historical development, evolving philosophy, and pertinent research.

6 EDIS 6900 Internship in Interagency Collaboration for Transition: This course is designed to prepare interns to partner effectively with school personnel, community service providers, employers, families, and community members on behalf of transition- age youth with disabilities. Interns will perform observations and activities across education, employment, and independent living environments and will demonstrate the ability to apply strategies for collaboration within the local school district and community context. 11. Where can I get more information on the Secondary Transition Certificate program? Please direct questions about the certificate program or ODE licensure/endorsement requirements to the Secondary Transition Program Coordinator, Dr. Jeanne Novak, at jnovak@bgsu.edu or Direct questions about the admissions process and course registration to the SIS cohort coordinator, Brittany Joseph, at bjoseph@bgsu.edu or