This program offers dual licensure in elementary and mild to moderate special education. A dual licensure or dual certification teacher is one who has obtained two teaching licenses or certifications.6 This enables you to teach multiple subject areas or student populations. Dual licensure offers a number of potential benefits for teachers. These include:3
The potential to have a greater impact in the classroom through better preparation for a range of challenges
A diverse teaching skillset
A pool of potential job opportunities to pursue
The opportunity to increase competitiveness in the job marketplace
In addition to the benefits of dual licensure for teachers, it may have a positive impact on students. One study found that students with disabilities tend to score higher in mathematics when they are taught by dual-licensed teachers.6