Extended Studies in Inclusive Education
Champion Inclusion in Your Classroom
Today’s classrooms are more diverse than ever, bringing both new challenges and opportunities. It’s important to create a learning environment where every student feels supported and valued. Building your inclusive education expertise will give you the confidence to support every learner’s needs. From cultural diversity to neurodivergence, this program equips you with practical tools to create positive, inclusive learning experiences for all students.
What You’ll Learn
You'll gain expertise in inclusive education areas like:
- Communication disorders
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Designing learning environments
- Inclusive classroom management
- Functional behaviour assessment
- Positive behaviour support
- Change, collaboration and consultation
Upgrade Your Classification
This certificate is recognized by the Teacher Education and Certification Committee of the Saskatchewan Professional Teachers Regulatory Board as an Additional Qualifications Certificate and may enable teachers to upgrade their classification. Visit sptrb.ca for more information.
Double Up Your Credentials
Students can take this program as a stand-alone credential, or concurrently with the Bachelor of Education degree.
Certificate Completion Requirements
Students in this program will take a total of 10 courses. It can be taken as a stand-alone credential or concurrently with the Bachelor of Education degree.
About This Certificate
The certificate of Extended Studies in Inclusive Education is a way for students who have obtained a Bachelor of Education degree, or are pursuing a Bachelor of Education degree, to increase their skills in the classroom.
This certificate program consists of ten courses and is intended for teachers who want to increase their knowledge and enhance their professional background in inclusive education. The certificate presents a flexible and dynamic approach to supporting students in schools and communities.
This program also constitutes an additional qualification with the Saskatchewan Professional Teachers Regulatory Board, which results in an increased pay band for practicing teachers.Quick Facts
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Why Study Inclusive Education at the University of Regina?
Students in this program have an opportunity to enhance their skills in teaching and supporting learners in an inclusive environment.
Graduates from this certificate are qualified to teach in the field of inclusive education across school divisions in Saskatchewan.Flexibility
Students can register part-time while continuing to hold full-time employment. There are some blended (hybrid) and online course options.
These are full-credit undergraduate-level courses that can be used toward other undergraduate programs.
Expert instructors
Instructors of inclusive education courses have many years of teaching experience and research in inclusive education. Our instructors are carefully vetted and selected by the Faculty of Education.Networking and learning opportunities
Education students taking the inclusive education certificate while pursuing their bachelor’s degree have the opportunity to network and learn from classmates who are also practicing teachers.Times are changing and kids are changing; therefore, challenges are becoming greater and supports are changing in the classroom. I feel as teachers we need to be as prepared as possible and this program will help you do that.
Inclusive Education Frequently Asked Questions
EPSY 323 Designing Learning Environments for the Inclusive Classroom
A dynamic non-categorical approach to assessment and instruction for students with diverse learning styles and disabilities within the regular classroom.
EPSY 324 Individual Assessment and Differentiated Instruction in the Inclusive Classroom
A case study approach to assessment, instruction and evaluation of individual students with diverse needs. The emphasis is on effective collaboration to meet individual student needs.
EPSY 326 Change, Collaboration and Consultation to Support Inclusive Education
The course explores theories and processes for planning, implementing and sustaining educational change. Course content includes processes for collaborating and consulting with teachers, families, paraprofessionals and other professionals to support inclusive education.
EPSY 330 Autism Spectrum Disorders in the Inclusive Classroom
An overview of the nature of autism spectrum disorders, the associated characteristics, and strategies for instruction and behavioural support.
Yes! We offer the following scholarships for our certificate students:
- Centre for Continuing Education Certificate Awards
- University of Regina Alumni Association (URAA) Professional Development Award
What Can You Do with a Certificate of Extended Studies in Inclusive Education?
Required Courses
| EPSY 323 | Designing Learning Environments for the Inclusive Classroom (This course is required for teacher certification) |
| EPSY 324 | Individual Assessment and Differentiated Instruction in the Inclusive Classroom (This course is required for teacher certification) |
| EPSY 326 or EPSY 329 |
Change, Collaboration and Consultation to Support Inclusive Education Enhancing Inclusive Classroom Management |
| EPSY 328 | Communication Disorder in the Inclusive Classroom (This course is required for teacher certification) |
| EPSY 330 | Autism Spectrum Disorders in the Inclusive Classroom |
| EPSY 333 | Functional Behaviour Assessment and Positive Behaviour Support |
| EMTH 335 | Mathematics in the Inclusive Classroom: Assessment and Intervention |
| ERDG 425 or EPSY 401 |
Culturally Responsive Literacy Education Teaching Students with Specific Learning Disabilities |
Electives (Choose two from the following)
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ECCU200, ECCU 300, ECCU 400, ECE 300-400 level, EDTC 300, EDTC 400, ERDG 425, EFDN 306, EFDN 308, EHE 258, EHE 385, EISE 332, ELNG 326, EMTH 200, EMTH 425, EPSY 217, EPSY 300-400 level, EPSY 326, EPSY 329, EPSY 400,EPSY 401, EPSY 418, KIN 120, KIN 240, KIN 241, KIN 341, LING 100, LING 210, PSYC 220, PSYC 230, PSYC 311, SW 479, or Indigenous language courses |
Tentative Course Rotation Schedule
Course Rotation for 2026 is in development.
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