Special Education, Minor

Location(s): California Campus, Clarion Campus, Edinboro Campus, Online

The minor in Special Education is designed for non-Special Education certification students to have more than introductory knowledge of students with disabilities and their instruction.

Student Learning Outcomes

Students will analyze the various needs of individuals with disabilities.
Students will develop an understanding of evidence-based practices for individuals with disabilities.
Students will extend their understanding of diverse populations they serve and explore issues of accommodation, inclusion, and accessibility.

Curriculum Requirements

Core Courses

SPED 1050 - Foundations of Special Education Credit Hours: 3
SPED 2000 - Assessment and Positive Behavior Interventions Credit Hours: 3
SPED 2100 - Teaching Students with Disabilities Credit Hours: 3
SPED 3000 - Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis Credit Hours: 3

Electives

6 Credits Required - Select From:
SPED 3010 - Special Learning Disabilities and Emotional Behavior DisordersÂ Credit Hours: 3
SPED 3020 - Intellectual and Physical Disabilities Credit Hours: 3
SPED 3050 - Early Intervention in Special Education Credit Hours: 3
SPED 3060 - Special Reading and Writing Instruction Credit Hours: 3
SPED 3070 - Special Mathematics Instruction Credit Hours: 3
SPED 3995 - Nature of Autism Spectrum Disorder Credit Hours: 3
SPED 4040 - Transition Planning and Instruction Credit Hours: 3

Special Education, Minor

Location(s): California Campus, Clarion Campus, Edinboro Campus, Online

Student Learning Outcomes

Curriculum Requirements

Core Courses

Electives

Total Credits: 18