Certificate in Early Intervention Studies

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Overview

The Early Intervention Studies Certificate Program is a hybrid program (online and on-campus instruction) that provides professionals from a wide range of disciplines with current evidence-based knowledge and skills for working with families and their very young children who are deaf or hard of hearing. The content and teaching of the program is interdisciplinary and provides an overview of professional and ethical practices, communication and language(s), families, and developmental assessment and programming. Candidates will acquire leadership, advocacy and collaboration skills that promote age and developmentally appropriate outcomes for infants and toddlers. All coursework and experiences reflect principles of diversity including understanding and appreciation of language diversity (ASL and English, as well as other home languages). This 7-course certificate is offered as a post-bachelors program for professionals who have current or prospective employment in a program for Early Intervention Studies.

The program consists of 18 credit hours. The first course is a hybrid summer course of three-days on campus followed by online coursework. The second course is also during the first summer and is completely online. The next four courses are online during the fall and spring semesters. The seventh and final course begins with an online portion and concludes with a three-day on-campus seminar. The program includes an individually designed capstone project. The capstone project must be completed before the awarding of the certificate.

The certificate in Early Intervention Studies program is not intended to lead to licensure and does not lead to licensure in Washington, D.C. Gallaudet University has also determined that the program also does not meet professional licensure requirements in all 50 states and U.S. territories.

Admissions Procedures

All applicants must complete the application procedures and meet the requirements for study at Gallaudet University. Interested applicants should submit a Professional Studies Certificate Program application at the Gallaudet Application Portal.

DEADLINE	DATE
First Date for Consideration of Application:	No set date
Last Date for Completed Application:	March 15 or until all possible slots are filled.

Program Specific Requirements

Evidence of professional program, certificate, or license held or in process of obtaining OR evidence of current or prospective employment related to Early Intervention Studies.
In lieu of the goal statements, applicants must attach a one page written essay (or 5 minute signed video) to their application that discusses why they are interested in obtaining a certificate focused on Early Intervention Studies.
One letter of recommendation.

Courses & Requirements

Summary of Requirements

Courses

PSG-660

Socio-Cultural & Political Contexts of Early Educ. for Deaf/HH Infants, Toddlers and Families

This course is the first in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Infants, Toddlers and Families: Collaboration and Leadership Interdisciplinary Certificate Program and serves as an orientation to the program and requires both face-to-face and on-campus participation. Participants will understand the impact of early hearing detection and intervention principles and practices on newborn hearing screening and programs. The course will provide an overview of the following topics: professionalism, advocacy, ethics, dispositions, diversity, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, socio-economic resources, ethnicities, religion and other factors that influence values, beliefs and practices and the impact of these factors on deaf and hard of hearing infants and toddlers and their families. Resources to support collaboration, leadership and change will be included.

Credits: 3

Requisites:

Instructor Permission

PSG-661

Developing Communication, Language & Cognition in Deaf/HH Infants and Toddlers

This course is the second course in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Infants, Toddlers and Families: Collaboration and Leadership (ITF) Interdisciplinary Graduate Certificate Program. The course requires on-line participation. The course addresses language, communication, and cognitive development and developmental milestones. Participants will examine socio-cultural factors that impact linguistic, cognitive and communication development from diverse perspectives. The course addresses language learning models for ASL and English, bilingual, multilingual and dual language learning. Participants will explore visual, auditory and tactile modalities, technological devices for supporting language and communication development, and the research that underlies current practices. Participants will explore how professionals with varying disciplinary expertise can collaborate to provide support to families to enhance their child's development. Family language learning models including Deaf Professional/ Advisor programs and family sign language programs will also be addressed.

Credits: 3

Requisites:

Instructor Permission

PSG-662

Leadership Perspectives on Families with Deaf/HH Infants and Toddlers & their Cultures & Communities

This course is the third course in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Infants, Toddlers and Families: Collaboration and Leadership (ITF) Interdisciplinary Graduate Certificate Program. The course requires on-line participation. This course examines family systems' perspectives and the interrelationships among the young child who is deaf or hard of hearing, family and communities. Family and community cultures, values and beliefs will be explored. Participants will understand the importance of building relationships and the research underlying the importance of family support systems, acceptance and accommodation. Emphasis will be on collaboration with professionals from different disciplinary backgrounds, leadership and advocacy. The course will address strategies and resources that promote family and professional collaboration, family-to-family support networks, and family involvement.

Credits: 3

Requisites:

Instructor Permission

PSG-663

Strategies for Developing Communication, Language & Cognition for D/HH Infants and Toddlers

This online course is the fourth course in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Infants, Toddlers and Families: Collaboration and Leadership Interdisciplinary Certificate Program. The course addresses the methods, strategies and techniques for developing language, communication, cognition and literacy for infants and toddlers who are deaf or hard of hearing and their families. Candidates will acquire knowledge of assessments used to describe the strengths and needs of these children. The course emphasizes an interdisciplinary collaborative approach and the roles of related professionals (e.g., audiologists, early childhood educators, speech-language pathologists, social workers, psychologists, etc). Strategies and resources will address the continuum of communication and language opportunities including the development of spoken English and American Sign Language.

Credits: 3

Requisites:

Instructor Permission

PSG-664

A Developmental Approach to Programming for Infants/Toddlers and their Families

This course is the fifth course in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Infants, Toddlers and Families: Collaboration and Leadership (ITF) Interdisciplinary Graduate Certificate Program. The course requires both on-line and on-campus participation. The course will focus on both content and skill development in the areas of assessment and programming. Collaboration will be emphasized in the assessment and implementation of goals and services for young children and their families. The processes underlying the development of IFSPs and IEP's and transitions from early intervention to preschools will be explored. Strategies and resources will emphasize best practice in interdisciplinary, developmentally and individually appropriate and culturally responsive programming. Candidates for the certificate will present their capstone projects and final portfolios to provide evidence of their knowledge, skills and professional dispositions for working with infants and toddlers who are deaf or hard of hearing, birth-to-three and their families.

Credits: 3

Requisites:

Instructor Permission

PSG-665

DHH Infants Toddlers and their Families: Capstone Project

Credits: 3

PSG-666

DHH Infants Toddlers and their Families: Capstone Project II

Credits: 2

Courses

Other

EIS-700 Socio-Cltrl & Political Ctxts for DHH Infants, Toddlers and their Families

Explore the ITF 700 course at Gallaudet University, focusing on socio-cultural and political contexts for DHH infants and toddlers, enhancing early intervention skills.

EIS-701 Com, Language & Cognitive Dev: DHH Infants and Toddlers

Explore Gallaudet University's ITF 701 course on communication and cognitive development for DHH infants and toddlers. Enhance your skills in early intervention today!

EIS-702 Ldrsp Persp on Families with DHH Infants and Toddlers: Their Cultures and Comm

Explore Gallaudet's ITF 702 course on families with DHH infants and toddlers. Gain insights into their cultures and communication strategies. Enroll today!

EIS-703 Strategies for Developing Com, Lang & Cogn for DHH Infants and Toddlers

Explore effective strategies for developing communication and cognitive skills in DHH infants and toddlers through Gallaudet's ITF 703 certificate program. Enroll today!

EIS-704 A Developmental Approach to Programming for Infants/Toddlers and their Families

Discover Gallaudet University's ITF 704 course, focusing on developmental strategies for programming with infants, toddlers, and their families. Enroll today!

EIS-705 Early Intervention Studies: Capstone Project Part 1

Explore Gallaudet University's ITF 705 capstone project for DHH infants and toddlers. Enhance your skills in early intervention studies and support families effectively.

EIS-706 Early Intervention Studies: Capstone Project Part II

Explore Gallaudet's capstone project for Early Intervention Studies, focusing on DHH infants and toddlers. Enhance your skills to support families effectively.

EIS-707 Social Justice & Equity Topics for Early Intervention Providers

Explore Gallaudet's ITF 707 course on social justice and equity in early intervention. Enhance your skills and promote inclusive practices in your community.

EIS-708 EIS Practicum & Seminar

Enroll in Gallaudet's ITF Practicum Seminar for hands-on experience in early intervention studies. Gain skills and knowledge to support children and families effectively.

EIS-709 Young Deaf Infants & Toddlers with Disabilities

Explore Gallaudet University's ITF 709 course on supporting young deaf infants and toddlers with disabilities. Enhance your skills in early intervention strategies.

EIS-710 Research Seminar I

Explore Gallaudet University's ITF 710 Research Seminar I in Early Intervention Studies. Enhance your skills and knowledge for effective support in early childhood education.

EIS-711 Research Seminar II

Explore Gallaudet University's ITF 711 Research Seminar II in Early Intervention Studies. Enhance your skills and knowledge for effective support in diverse learning environments.

EIS-712 Internship & Seminar

Explore the ITF 712 Internship Seminar at Gallaudet University. Enhance your skills in early intervention studies through hands-on experience and expert guidance.

EIS-795 Special Topics

Explore Gallaudet University's ITF 795 Special Topics course in Early Intervention Studies. Enhance your skills and knowledge for effective early childhood support.

EIS-799 Independent Study

Explore Gallaudet University's ITF 799 Independent Study in Early Intervention Studies. Enhance your skills in supporting children with disabilities. Enroll today!

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