Academic and Behavioral Strategist (GC)
Degree
Certificate
Major Credits
10
Total Credits
10
Time to Completion
1-2 Years
Locations
Mankato,Online
Overview
The Academic and Behavioral Strategist graduate certificate program prepares teacher candidates to work as special education teachers for students with mild moderate disabilities and will prepare them for licensure as an Academic and Behavioral Strategist.

Program Highlights
- This certificate is specifically designed to meet a subset of the MN Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB) Licensure Standards.
- A student admitted to this program must work with an advisor to determine the courses needed to meet PELSB licensure standards.
Application Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a minimum GPA of 3.2.
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Additional Requirements for International Applicants
The program is offered exclusively online and is not eligible for I-20 issuance.
- Minimum TOEFL iBT score of 79 or a minimum IELTS score of 6.5
- Credential Evaluation prepared by a National Association of Credentials Evaluation Service member.
Academic and Behavioral Strategist GC Application Deadlines
U.S.-Based Applicants | International Applicants | |
Fall Start | Rolling | May 1 |
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Spring Start | Rolling | September 1 |
Summer Start | Rolling | N/A |
Contact Us
Contact Academic and Behavioral Strategist GC Graduate Coordinator Learn more about the College of Education Contact Graduate Studies