The Director of Special Education graduate certificate program is designed for post-master's students seeking the Minnesota Director of Special Education License. Potential students must possess a master's degree in an education-related field, a special education teaching license, and have two years experience while holding a license valid for the position or positions. Courses are intended to provide understanding and experience in the 25 competencies for special education directors as identified by the Minnesota Department of Education. The practitioner-focused curriculum is organized to meet the needs of active special education directors.