Graduate Certificate in Education of the Deaf & Hard of Hearing
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville

Program Details

Prepare for a career working with an important part of the student population, those who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing, with this online special education degree. This program can be tailored to meet a variety of career goals but leads to an Endorsement in Education of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. The curriculum provides advanced coursework specifically designed to enhance capacities for designing equity-focused instruction for students with a range of exceptionalities.  

Since this is an online special education degree, there is a great deal of flexibility. Study wherever it is convenient, balancing your career and education.

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100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

The University of Tennessee-Knoxville is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

2.7 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Additional Materials May Be Required

Additional Info

  • Applicants must have proficiency in American Sign Language at the Intermediate Plus level.