Program Overview

SPECTRUM is comprised of two different online certification programs.

SPECTRUM Undergrad is designed for paraprofessionals in our partner high-need school systems who have an associates degree or 60 transferable credit hours.

SPECTRUM Certification is designed for individuals who already have a bachelors degree or higher, but do not have certification to teach.

To be eligible for either track, you must meet the requirements listed under the appropriate heading below. Once you determine which track best fits your needs, click on the links in that section for further information about eligibility, program coursework and other requirements, and how to apply.

SPECTRUM Undergrad

SPECTRUM Undergrad is an online program designed for individuals who would like to complete an undergraduate degree and become fully certified in the area of Special Education General Curriculum.

If you…

have 60 transferable college credit hours
have at least a 2.7 GPA
have completed or satisfied areas A-F of the University System of Georgia’s core requirements
are employed as a paraprofessional with an appropriate special education placement in a partner high-need school system
have passed or exempted PRAXIS I or GACE Basic Skills Assessment

then the SPECTRUM Undergrad program may be for you!

SPECTRUM Undergrad is a cohort model that requires you take all of your courses and complete your practicum experiences in a particular sequence. Undergrad cohorts are accepted annually to begin in the fall.

Your next step will be to learn more information about program coursework from the program of study link below. Then, you should go to How to Apply for the application process. See Support & Resources for information about SPECTRUM financial support, service repayment details, other means of financial assistance, and UGA tuition information. If at any time you have questions, go to Contact Us for FAQs and the email address and phone number of someone who can help you.

SPECTRUM Undergrad Program of Study

SPECTRUM Certification

SPECTRUM Certification is an online program designed for individuals who already hold a bachelors degree or higher who would like to become fully certified in the area of Special Education General Curriculum. The coursework for this program is offered through the SETWEB online program, however it differs in that it offers additional benefits including but not limited to: financial support, video supervision, and virtual conference rooms. Applicants must complete BOTH the SPECTRUM and SETWEB application processes.

If you…

have at least a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
are employed as a paraprofessional or provisionally certified teacher with an appropriate special education placement in a partner high need school system
have at least a 2.5 GPA
have passed or exempted PRAXIS I or GACE Basic Skills Assessment

then the SPECTRUM Certification program may be for you!

NOTES:

SPECTRUM certification scholarships are limited in quantity and highly competitive. Please inquire about availability before applying for your intended cohort.
SETWEB applicants are only eligible to apply to SPECTRUM if they apply to both programs by May 1.
If you already hold teacher certification, you do not qualify for SPECTRUM but should still apply to the SETWEB program at www.coe.uga.edu/setweb.
This program is ONLY for initial certification and does not result in an advanced degree.

SPECTRUM Certification is a cohort model that requires you take all of your courses and complete your practicum experiences in a particular sequence. SPECTRUM only considers applicants who will start SETWEB coursework in summer. SPECTRUM acceptance is determined for fall.

Your next step will be to learn further information about program coursework and other requirements from the program of study link below. Then, you should go to How to Apply for the application process. See Support & Resources for information about SPECTRUM financial support, service repayment details, other means of financial assistance, and UGA tuition information. If at any time you have questions, go to Contact Us for FAQs and the email address and phone number of someone who can help you.

SPECTRUM Certification Program of Study

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