Bachelor of Science Integrated Major in Elementary/Special Education
There is an abundance of job opportunities in the field of special education. This is an integrated program that allows you to
prepare for certification in both Special Education and Elementary Education. Through this program, it is possible to become
certified to teach first through sixth grade children, with or without special needs, as well as Special Education classes.
This is a rigorous program, because it prepares you to teach special needs students, including those special needs students who
are "mainstreamed." You will learn the full range of diagnostic, curricular, and evaluative skills. Then, you'll practice those
skills in various fieldwork settings. You will also spend two semesters student teaching one half-day practicum, and one
full-day experience. After becoming certified, you'll be ready to embark on a challenging, but rewarding teaching career.
"In high school, there was one English teacher that really inspired me. Now, I feel like I have the knowledge and
experience to do the same for my students." --Jeff Holda, Class of 2001
