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The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), Bureau of Special Education, is requesting applications from Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) who partner with one or more Local Education Agencies (LEAs) to provide individuals who currently hold bachelor’s degrees an accelerated program with the required college/university coursework, summer field experiences, mentoring, coaching, and student teaching to obtain their PK-12 special education teaching certification in accordance with PA Public School Code Section 12-1207.1, Postbaccalaureate certification.
Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Click on the "apply now" button to access the online application. You will be prompted to create an account with a user name and password to access the application. A save and return option is available.
Grant Materials
Grant Overview Recording
Grant Overview Recording
Watch the Overview Recording to learn more about the grant requirements and application process.
Request for Application
Request for Application
Access the Request for Application by clicking on this link or on the document below.
26-27 Accelerated Program RFA 12.03.2025.pdfApplication
Application
Preview a PDF of the grant application by clicking on this link or on the document below.
2026-2027 Accelerated Program Grant Application - for viewing purposes.pdfGrant Contact
Have questions or need more information?
Contact - Meredith Penner, Project Lead
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