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Professional Certificate/Diploma in Special and Inclusive Education

Professional Certificate/Diploma in Special and Inclusive Education

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The Professional Certificate/Diploma in Special and Inclusive Education, a collaborative programme run by DCU Institute of Education and ICEP Europe celebrated its 10th birthday in January 2018. Rosie Savage (DCU, Programme Chair), Dr Aoife Brennan (DCU) and Dr. Deirdre MacIntyre (Director, ICEP Europe) welcomed 54 new students from Ireland and abroad onto the course at the Induction Day on January 20th 2018 held in DCU, St Patrick’s Campus.

The Professional Certificate/Diploma in Special and Inclusive Education has been running since 2008 and has seen over 1000 students throughout its lifespan. As the programme is 100% online, participants join the course from around the globe. Recent graduates include students from Ireland, the UK, India, the Middle East, America, Brazil and Australia.

This specialist qualification allows teachers and other professionals to progress in their careers and effectively meet the diverse needs of all students in today’s inclusive schools and classrooms. It provides educators with the skills necessary to impact whole school collaboration and implement inclusive practice.