UMass Boston Transition Leadership Info Sessions Spring 2025
Transition leadership involves the transition from high school to adult life for young people with a wide range of disabilities. Our certificate program bridges the gap between special education and adult services by creating a cohort of professionals who connect these two fields. Students who successfully complete the certificate track will be well positioned to excel in a new role: that of transition specialist. The UMB Transition Leadership program is a fully online, 18-credit course of study. Six courses are offered over four semesters, leading to the Graduate Certificate in Special Education with a Concentration in Transition Leadership. Candidates with this certification are prepared for transition specialist positions in schools, inclusive dual enrollment programs, and agencies and community provider agencies that offer pre-employment transition services. Visit the program webpage for more information.
In these sessions, staff cover the following topics:
| Academic supports available | Application steps |
| Applied learning expectations | Applicant eligibility |
| Attendee questions | Certifications |
| Class format | Examples of graduate outcomes |
| Field supervision | Professional standards addressed |
| Program of study & sequence | Sample assignments |
| Sample scholar portfolios | Tuition |