Early Intervention Academic Programs
The Early Intervention program is guided by a transactional philosophy that emphasizes the interactive nature of child-environment exchanges and the importance of these exchanges to a child's developmental progress. This philosophy permeates the early intervention personnel preparation programs that include master's and doctoral degrees as well as state-approved teaching licensure in Oregon.
Masters Program
The Early Intervention (SPED) major leads to a master's degree—M.A., M.S., or M.Ed.— with an emphasis in Early Intervention. Activity-based intervention and a family-guided approach to serving young children with special needs are emphasized. Full-time students can complete the program in four to six consecutive terms.
EI/ECSE Leadership Program (Doctoral)
The early intervention/special education program leading to a Ph.D. provides advanced training and preparation for four leadership roles: program developer and evaluator, instructor in higher education, and applied researcher.
Licensure/Endorsement
The Early Intervention Program offers basic and standard endorsements with options for an Early Intervention /Early Childhood Special Education Add-On (Level I) endorsement program for individuals who hold a valid Oregon Special Education or Early Childhood Teaching License, or a Stand-Alone (Level II) endorsement program for individuals who do not. The endorsement programs prepare professionals to work with children who have disabilities ranging from mild to severe. The program integrates didactic course work with practical experience. Full-time students can complete the program in 4-6 terms.
Potential Students
Masters Program
- Masters Training Program
- EIP Masters Courses
- Masters Course Schedule
- Masters Handbook
(106p/441K) - Licensure/Endorsement
- Rural Masters Program
Doctoral Program
- EI/ECSE Leadership Program
- Doctoral Handbook (86p/304K)