Understanding Special Education Certification in Manitoba: A Comprehensive Guide

Are you a dedicated educator looking to specialize in special education in Manitoba? Understanding the certification process can seem daunting, but we're here to break it down into easy, digestible steps. Whether you're aiming for a Special Education Teaching Certificate or a Special Education Coordinator Certificate, this guide has got you covered!

Special Education Teaching Certificate Guideline

To qualify for a Special Education Teaching Certificate in Manitoba, you must meet the following requirements:

• Hold a valid Manitoba Professional Teaching Certificate.
• Have a minimum of two years of approved teaching experience in Manitoba or another Canadian jurisdiction.
• Complete one of the two options below:

Option 1: Post-Baccalaureate Diploma or Master's Degree

• Complete an approved 30-credit hour Post-Baccalaureate Diploma or Master’s degree in Education, specializing in special education.
• Include 18 credit hours of core coursework and 12 credit hours of elective coursework.

Option 2: Combination of Coursework and Professional Development

• Complete 18 credit hours of core coursework.
• Complete the equivalent of 12 credit hours through a combination of professional development and elective coursework.

Note: Professional development activities must be pre-approved by Manitoba Education and Early Childhood Learning.

Special Education Coordinator Certificate Requirements

To qualify for a Special Education Coordinator Certificate, you must:

• Hold a valid Manitoba Special Education Teaching Certificate.
• Have five years of approved experience in at least two of the following areas:
• Special education or resource classroom teaching.
• Professional-level clinical or special agency work.
• Consultative or supervisory experience.
• Submit an official statement verifying your experience.

Application Process and Fees

After completing the required education and experience, you can apply for certification online. The evaluation fee is $60, and if eligible, an additional $50 for salary reclassification.

Ensure your degree or diploma is awarded on your transcript for the evaluation to be completed. Official transcripts should be sent directly from your post-secondary institution to:

Professional Certification Unit
Box 700
Russell MB R0J 1W0

University Course Listings

Several universities offer the required coursework for certification. Here's a snapshot:

Brandon University

Core Requirements (18 credit hours):

• Theory and Practice of Standardized Assessment
• Theories of Inclusive Education
• Practices of Inclusive Education
• Education of Children with Behavioural Disorders I & II
• Assessment in Inclusive Education

Elective Requirements (12 credit hours):

• Early Childhood Curriculum and Instruction
• Trends in the Teaching of Early/Middle Years Language Arts I & II
• Diagnostic and Remedial Reading I & II

University of Manitoba

Core Requirements (18 credit hours):

• Introduction to Inclusive Special Education
• Assessment and Instruction in Inclusive Education
• Delivering Supports for Inclusive Special Education
• Promoting Responsible Behaviour in Educational Settings

Elective Requirements (12 credit hours):

• Theories and Issues in School Counselling
• Elementary and Secondary School Counselling
• Groups in Guidance
• Career Development

For more detailed course listings and additional universities, refer to the full guidelines.

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