The program in special education offers a course of study leading to the generic special education service delivery system endorsement in conjunction with provisional elementary or secondary certification. This course of study is primarily for those whose career goals are oriented toward the teaching profession. Although the total number of hours required for a degree varies within the elementary and secondary education programs, the special education course of study consists of 24-hours of field experience and course work, plus student teaching at the appropriate level in the professional sequence.
Student teaching is divided between regular classrooms and special education settings.
For further information about the elementary and secondary education certification programs, consult the appropriate sections of the Undergraduate Catalog . The Special Education Program is pleased to announce that several of its graduate programs have received funding through the U. S. Office of Special Education to provide tuition and stipend support for students in specific program areas. The areas of specialization are listed below. Correctional Special Education Program is designed for individuals who desire to work with juvenile offenders with disabilities. This program incorporates course work in Special Education, Criminal Justice, and Rehabilitation.