Certificate Programs Certificate in Educational Therapy An Educational Therapist is an educational professional skilled in the areas of assessment, diagnosis, instructional intervention, and program development who works in clinics, learning centers, private practices, and literacy programs with children and adults who have various types of learning problems. These problems may include learning disabilities, dyslexia, attention deficit disorder, difficulties in reading, mathematics, written language, spelling, study and organizational skills. The focus of the work in educational therapy is on the precise needs of the individual client rather than a group of individuals as is often found in school settings. The Educational Therapist does not need a teaching credential to practice. Candidates who are enrolled in the Educational Therapist Certificate Program may earn a Master's Degree in Education with an Emphasis in Educational Therapy. \ Required Courses (27 units) EDUC 201 Educational Psychology or PSYC 132 Cognitive Development EDUC 261 Introduction to Mild/Moderate Disabilities EDUC 262 Instructional Strategies for Students with Language Disorders EDUC 263 Instructional Strategies for Students with Reading Difficulties EDUC 264 Assessment in Special Education EDUC 266 Practicum in Assessment EDUC 267 Counseling and Collaboration Skills for Professionals EDUC 268 The Role of the Educational Therapist EDUC 360 Practicum for Therapists PSYC 124 Physiological Psychology or LING 245 Fundamentals of Language PSYC 130* Child and Adolescent Development *This course is required for individuals who do not have a teaching credential or a major in psychology. Admission Contact Information Holy Names University Office of Admission 3500 Mountain Boulevard Oakland CA 94619 local telephone: 510.436.1351 toll-free: 1.800.430.1321 email: AdultEd@hnu.edu For information on admissions requirements and application procedures click here.