The American School of Business and Management (ASBM) has introduced flexible payment options for this programme to make it accessible to all students:

1. Payment Option 1 – Full Payment

   • Pay the full program fee of $250 USD upfront.

2. Payment Option 2 – Installment Plan

   • Pay $130 USD per month for 2 months.

These options allow students to choose the plan that best fits their financial situation while gaining access to the full program and all its benefits.

Application Requirements for the Programme

As part of the application process, students must upload the following documents:

1. Valid Identification Card (National ID or Passport) – Mandatory
2. High School Diploma or equivalent academic certification
3. At least three (3) CXC or equivalent are required – Mandatory

Programme Overview

The Supervision Strategies for Special Needs Learners programme is designed to equip educators, instructional leaders, and school supervisors with advanced knowledge and practical skills to effectively support learners with special educational needs in inclusive and specialized settings. The programme integrates evidence-based supervisory practices with targeted instructional and behavioral strategies to enhance learner outcomes across diverse educational environments.

Grounded in contemporary frameworks such as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Universal Design for Learning (UDL), and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), the programme emphasizes ethical leadership, collaborative problem-solving, data-informed decision-making, and culturally responsive supervision.

The curriculum consists of three core courses:

1. Behavior Management and Positive Intervention – Focuses on functional behavior assessment, positive behavior support systems, and proactive classroom management strategies to foster safe and inclusive learning environments.

2. Instructional Strategies for Special Needs Learners – Explores differentiated instruction, individualized education planning, assistive technologies, and evidence-based pedagogical approaches tailored to learners with disabilities.

3. Disabilities and Diverse Learners – Examines categories of disabilities, learner variability, inclusive education policies, and culturally responsive practices for diverse populations.

Programme Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates will be able to:

1. Critically analyze the characteristics of various disabilities and learner diversities to inform effective supervisory and instructional decisions.

2. Design and implement positive behavior intervention plans using functional behavior assessment and evidence-based behavior management strategies.

3. Supervise and support the implementation of differentiated instructional strategies aligned with individualized education plans (IEPs) and inclusive education frameworks.

4. Apply data-driven decision-making processes to monitor learner progress and evaluate the effectiveness of instructional and behavioral interventions.

5. Demonstrate ethical, collaborative, and culturally responsive leadership in working with teachers, families, multidisciplinary teams, and community stakeholders.

6. Develop sustainable school-wide systems of support that promote inclusive practices, equitable access, and improved outcomes for learners with special needs.