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Through the Behavior Intervention Specialist Program,
professionals will gain the skills to work effectively with families,
teachers, therapists, and other service provision professionals in meeting
the needs of children and youth with emotional and behavioral disorders.
Full-time Eligibility
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Bachelor's Degree in Special Education,
Education, Psychology, Child Development, or related field
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Qualified to enroll and acceptance into the
Master's licensure program of Special Education, Early Childhood
Intervention or School Psychology at Kent State University
- Able to attend the program full-time for 12 consecutive months
Full-time Activities
- Complete coursework in Special
Education , Early Childhood
Intervention and School
Psychology leading to licensure in one of these fields as well as Kent
State University certificate as a Behavioral Intervention Specialist
- Engage in field-based experience in schools and agencies (20 hours per week)
- Participate in
Behavior Assist Center which involves work in the community and with
families
Full-time Incentives
- Full-time tuition for two academic semesters and 2 classes during
summer session
- Monthly living stipend for 12 months
- Professional Development allowance (variable)
Service Obligation
- Work in a position for two tears (in which full-time support is
received) where a majority of time is spent providing special education,
related, or early intervention services to children who have or at-risk
for emotional and behavioral problem. For more information and links to
the service contract letter and IDEA regulations, click
here.
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