Statewide Tuition Reduction Program

This program of study may be designated a Statewide Tuition Reduction Program. This means that some residents of Maryland (see the Tuition, Fees and Payments  section of this catalog) enrolled in this program of study by the first day of the term may be eligible for in-county tuition rates for courses required for program completion. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm that this program still maintains a Statewide Program status before enrolling. Please refer to the college’s Accounts Receivable Office to confirm this designation.

Special Conditions

Financial Aid: This program has not been approved by the U.S. Department of Education for eligibility for federal student aid. Students enrolled in this program may not be eligible to receive financial aid from the U.S. Department of Education (Pell Grants, SEOG, Federal Work-Study, Direct Loans or PLUS loans) or the Maryland Higher Education Commission (Educational Assistance Grants, Senatorial Scholarships or Delegate Scholarships). For current information on eligible programs, contact Financial Aid by calling 410-777-2203, emailing finaid@aacc.edu or stopping by a Financial Aid office.

Certificate Graduation Requirements

To graduate with a certificate, students must have demonstrated eligibility for ENG 111  or ENG 115 .  See Academic Regulations on Graduation Requirements   

Certificate Requirements: 16 credits

• EDU 133-Growth and Development 3 credit hours
• EDU 214-Introduction to Special Education 3 credit hours
• EDU 248-Instructional Strategies 1 credit hour
• EDU 251-Behavior Management 1 credit hour
• EDU 252-Autism Spectrum Disorders 1 credit hour

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• EDU 253-Inclusive Secondary Instructional Practices 3 credit hours OR
• EDU 269-Inclusive Early Childhood and Elementary Instructional Practices 3 credit hours

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• EDU 255-Instructional Teamwork 3 credit hours
• EDU 259-Assistive Technology for Students with Special Needs 1 credit hour

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