Requirements

The Special Education: Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)/Special Education K-12 Dual Certification option will prepare students to work as educators and early interventionists for children with disabilities from birth through grade 12.

Prerequisite for Program Admission

This course must be completed by the end of the summer of the application year and is calculated into the major gpa required for graduation.

ECSE/Special Education Professional Sequence

Students complete a four-semester sequence of professional courses after admission to the program. Although some courses may be completed prior to program admission, the remaining professional methods courses and clinical (field) experiences must be followed sequentially and taken in consecutive semesters unless a modification is approved. Class schedules for the professional sequence courses are determined in advance.

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May be completed prior to scheduled semester, including prior to program admission.

Four-Year Plan

Special Education Sample Four-Year Plan

Early Childhood Special Education/Special Education Dual Certification Option

This four-year sample graduation plan is designed to guide your course selection throughout your academic career; it does not establish a contractual agreement. Use it along with your DARS report, the Guide, and the Course Search and Enroll app to create a four-year plan reflecting your placement scores, incoming credits, and individual interests. You will likely revise your plan several times during your academic career here, based on your activities and changing academic interests. Consult with an academic advisor to develop a personalized plan of study and refer to the Guide for a complete list of requirements.

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May be taken prior to scheduled semester, including prior to program admission. A minimum of 120 credits is still required to complete the degree.