Along with the practica experiences, students participate in didactic courses each semester. These courses are designed to complement the practica as well as provide the student with a broader understanding of the field of special education. Didactic courses cover subjects such as behavior analysis, effective instruction techniques, legal aspects of special education, curriculum, and effective communication and coordination between educators and parents. Teaching Certificate Students who complete the program will be eligible to receive a Utah teaching certificate issued by the Utah State Office of Education allowing them to teach in public school special education programs for students with disabilities from kindergarten to twelfth grade. Tuition and Distance Education Fees Tuition is paid to local extension sites according to established fees.
Students pay an additional distance education fee for courses in the special education major.
The fee varies based upon the number of students enrolled in the program. In addition, there are some endowed scholarships available through the department. Department and college scholarship applications are available November 1st and are due February 1st.