Special Education Mild/Moderate Dual Licensure Concentration: K-12

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Program Information

Students are strongly encouraged to consult their Student Success Advisor before making coursework selections.
Because of the intensive nature of the Dual-Licensure, additional time may be needed to complete all requirements.

Core Requirements (Credits Vary)

Complete either the Elementary Education (B.A., B.S.) major component (97 credits) or the Secondary Education major and licensure component requirements (credits vary according to discipline).

Special Education Courses (15 Credits)

Teacher Candidates must be admitted to the Initial Teacher Education Program to take the following courses. (See Department of Teacher Education .) Teacher candidates can begin the Special Education program in the Fall or Spring semester.

SPED 4110 - History and Law 3 Credit(s)
SPED 4120 - Creating and Managing a Learning Environment 3 Credit(s)
SPED 4130 - Curriculum Strategies 3 Credit(s)
SPED 4145 - Collaboration and Transition 3 Credit(s)
SPED 4160 - Assessment for Learning and Data Driven Decisions 3 Credit(s)

Student Teaching (12 Credits)

SPED 4185 - Practicum/Induction Seminar 2 Credit(s)

Select One of the Following

SPED 4980 - ELED/SPED Student Teaching 10 Credit(s)
SPED 4981 - SCED/SPED Student Teaching 10 Credit(s)

Total Credits, B.A./B.S. Degree (Elementary Education): 120-165

Complete Elementary Education major, licensure component, and Special Education courses.

Total Credits, B.S. Degree (Secondary Education): 120+ (Varies)

Complete Secondary Education major, licensure component, and Special Education courses (credits vary according to discipline).