Special Education Essentials

Course Available
0.5-8 Units
Credit Validation

Course Description

Credit Validation for NASET (The National Association of Special Education Teachers) Participants Only

Special educators need targeted, practical professional development that addresses the specific needs of their students—not generic training that treats all classrooms the same.

NASET Special Education Essentials provides access to NASET’s full library of 77 short professional development courses, organized across 7 thematic categories, allowing educators to build knowledge precisely where they need it most.

Covering autism, IEP compliance, disability profiles across all IDEA categories, legal rights, transition planning, classroom and behavior management, and new teacher essentials, the library totals more than 100 study hours.

Participants may complete individual courses or full categories and purchase Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÍÅ¶Ó units corresponding to the hours completed.

Course Details

Number of Units: 0.5 - 8.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours. Please select your units at checkout. 

Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for NASET (The National Association of Special Education Teachers) Participants.

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IMPORTANT: YOU MUST ENROLL WITH THE PARTNERED ORGANIZATION AND PAY ALL REQUIRED FEES BEFORE PURCHASING UNITS THROUGH Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÍŶÓ.

Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÍÅ¶Ó – Graduate-Level Extension Credit Information

The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÍÅ¶Ó partners with this program to offer graduate-level extension credit(s) in semester hours through the Credit Validation Program. To earn units, participants must register for and successfully complete coursework through the external program provider.

Credits earned through Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÍŶӒs Credit Validation Program are widely accepted by many school districts and universities across the United States for purposes such as license renewal, required professional development hours, short-term skill building, salary advancement, credentialing, and potential advanced degree pathways.

These units do not apply toward a master’s or higher degree program at the Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÍŶÓ; however, they may be transferable to advanced degree programs (e.g., MA, EdD, PhD) at other institutions that accept external graduate-level credits.

Participants are responsible for confirming acceptance, transcript requirements, deadlines, and applicability of units with their employing district or intended institution prior to enrollment.

Directions to Enroll for Credit 

Step 1: Register with the Partner Organization (NASET)
NASET (The National Association of Special Education Teachers) Complete your registration directly with the partner organization. Follow their instructions to begin the course and pay any required enrollment fees.

Please Note: Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÍÅ¶Ó does not provide course materials, manage instruction, or assign grades. All coursework is evaluated by the program’s instructor or coordinator.

Step 2: Register for University Credit
After confirming your registration with the partner organization, return to Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÍŶӒs website.

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  • You will be prompted to either log into your Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÍÅ¶Ó Student Account or create one, and then pay for your units

If this course displays Request Information, it means the course is either not yet open for enrollment (please check the enrollment dates) or enrollment has already closed. If enrollment has closed, you may still contact the organization directly to see if they will accept a late enrollment or if the course will be offered again in the future.

Step 3: Complete the Course
Participate fully in the course through the partner organization and complete all required assignments, activities, and assessments.

Step 4: Submit your Certificate of Completion
After completing this course, you are required to submit your certificate of completion, which will be provided by your program. Please be sure to purchase your credits first, then email your certificate to [email protected], including the course number in your message.

Step 5: Receive Your Transcript
Once your grade has been processed, Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÍÅ¶Ó will issue an official transcript reflecting your earned credit. Transcripts are mailed to the address listed in your Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÍÅ¶Ó student account. 

Transcript Process: Final grades submitted by the program provider will initiate the transcript process. Grades should be submitted within 7 days of the official course end date or the course enrollment deadline—whichever comes last. Participants are responsible for ensuring their mailing address is accurate and up to date in their Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÍÅ¶Ó student account to avoid delays in transcript delivery.

Transcript Delivery Timeline:

  • U.S. addresses: 2–3 weeks
  • International addresses: 3–4 weeks

For detailed information regarding the Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÍÅ¶Ó Credit Validation Program, please consult our

Course Options

Course Date Units Price
EDC-X703AA – 2021 Participants 01 Jan 202131 Dec 2021 0.5-8 $39-632

Special Education Essentials

01 Jan 202131 Dec 2021
0.5-8
$39-632
Credit Validation
Online Self-Paced

Audience: Special education teachers, general education teachers, administrators, instructional coaches, school psychologists, guidance counselors, paraprofessionals, and related service providers (grades PreK-12)

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, minus a $25 processing fee, if the refund is requested within 30 days of the enrollment date. Refunds will not be issued once a grade has been assigned or after the 30-day period has passed.

Enrollment Open Through: December 31, 2026 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X703AA – 2022 Participants 01 Jan 202231 Dec 2022 0.5-8 $39-632

Special Education Essentials

01 Jan 202231 Dec 2022
0.5-8
$39-632
Credit Validation
Online Self-Paced

Audience: Special education teachers, general education teachers, administrators, instructional coaches, school psychologists, guidance counselors, paraprofessionals, and related service providers (grades PreK-12)

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, minus a $25 processing fee, if the refund is requested within 30 days of the enrollment date. Refunds will not be issued once a grade has been assigned or after the 30-day period has passed.

Enrollment Open Through: December 31, 2026 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X703AA – 2023 Participants 01 Jan 202331 Dec 2023 0.5-8 $39-632

Special Education Essentials

01 Jan 202331 Dec 2023
0.5-8
$39-632
Credit Validation
Online Self-Paced

Audience: Special education teachers, general education teachers, administrators, instructional coaches, school psychologists, guidance counselors, paraprofessionals, and related service providers (grades PreK-12)

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, minus a $25 processing fee, if the refund is requested within 30 days of the enrollment date. Refunds will not be issued once a grade has been assigned or after the 30-day period has passed.

Enrollment Open Through: December 31, 2026 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X703AA – 2024 Participants 01 Jan 202431 Dec 2024 0.5-8 $39-632

Special Education Essentials

01 Jan 202431 Dec 2024
0.5-8
$39-632
Credit Validation
Online Self-Paced

Audience: Special education teachers, general education teachers, administrators, instructional coaches, school psychologists, guidance counselors, paraprofessionals, and related service providers (grades PreK-12)

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, minus a $25 processing fee, if the refund is requested within 30 days of the enrollment date. Refunds will not be issued once a grade has been assigned or after the 30-day period has passed.

Enrollment Open Through: December 31, 2026 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X703AA – 2025 Participants 01 Jan 202531 Dec 2025 0.5-8 $39-632

Special Education Essentials

01 Jan 202531 Dec 2025
0.5-8
$39-632
Credit Validation
Online Self-Paced

Audience: Special education teachers, general education teachers, administrators, instructional coaches, school psychologists, guidance counselors, paraprofessionals, and related service providers (grades PreK-12)

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, minus a $25 processing fee, if the refund is requested within 30 days of the enrollment date. Refunds will not be issued once a grade has been assigned or after the 30-day period has passed.

Enrollment Open Through: December 31, 2026 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X703AA – 2026 Participants 01 Jan 202631 Dec 2026 0.5-8 $39-632

Special Education Essentials

01 Jan 202631 Dec 2026
0.5-8
$39-632
Credit Validation
Online Self-Paced

Audience: Special education teachers, general education teachers, administrators, instructional coaches, school psychologists, guidance counselors, paraprofessionals, and related service providers (grades PreK-12)

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, minus a $25 processing fee, if the refund is requested within 30 days of the enrollment date. Refunds will not be issued once a grade has been assigned or after the 30-day period has passed.

Enrollment Open Through: December 31, 2026 (11:59pm PT)

EDC-X703AA – 2027 Participants 01 Jan 202731 Dec 2027 0.5-8 $39-632

Special Education Essentials

01 Jan 202731 Dec 2027
0.5-8
$39-632
Credit Validation
Online Self-Paced

Audience: Special education teachers, general education teachers, administrators, instructional coaches, school psychologists, guidance counselors, paraprofessionals, and related service providers (grades PreK-12)

Refund Policy: All Credit Validation enrollments are refundable, minus a $25 processing fee, if the refund is requested within 30 days of the enrollment date. Refunds will not be issued once a grade has been assigned or after the 30-day period has passed.

Enrollment Open Through: January 1, 2027 – December 31, 2027 (11:59pm PT)

What You Will Learn

  • Identify characteristics, eligibility criteria, and evidence-based instructional strategies for students across the full spectrum of IDEA disability categories
  • Apply legal requirements including FAPE, IEP mandates, Section 504, transition planning obligations, and confidentiality protections to daily special education practice
  • Implement targeted classroom, behavioral, and instructional strategies appropriate to specific student needs, disability profiles, and educational settings from early childhood through post-secondary transition

Instructors

Professional development courses offered by the Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÍŶÓ’s Division of Professional & Continuing Education are taught by faculty that possess a depth and breadth of academic and real-world professional experience.

Why Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÍŶÓ?

The Professional and Continuing Education program nurtures key partnerships on the local, national, and international level. The goal is to better serve working professionals who seek to enhance or build their careers and help achieve their highest value and potential. Contact us today to learn more.

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Courses offer a convenient, yet rigorous style of learning that allows you to structure your education to suit your schedule while keeping you on pace toward achieving your educational goals.

Credit Validation

The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÍŶÓ’s Division of Professional and Continuing Education offers graduate-level extension credit for work completed in trainings, workshops, conferences, induction, credentials, and other professional development programs not offered directly by Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÍŶÓ. Complete one of the above and a member of our division will help you earn credit for your hard work and dedication to continuing your education.

Key Benefits of Credit Validation Courses

Make Your Work Count

Earn credit for your previous work in trainings, workshops, and conferences through a simple process.

Advance Faster

Save money by earning credit for work you completed and get one step closer to salary advancement.

Work Towards a Degree

Many receiving institutions may accept credits towards degree programs, giving you a head start in earning a graduate degree.