Learning and Behavior Disorders, P-12 Certification, B.S. or B.A.

Program Overview

This program provides a comprehensive foundation in special education, including courses in assessment, instructional strategies, and classroom management. Students will also complete related studies in social studies, math, science, and adapted physical education. The program culminates in a 12-credit student teaching experience.

Program Outline

Outline:

Foundation Courses:

9 Hours

• ED 199 - Entry to Teacher Preparation Credits: 0
• ED 220 - Introduction to Teaching Credits: 3
• ED 299 - Admission to Educator Preparation Program (CAP 2) Credits: 0
• ED 300 - Human Development and Learning Theory Credits: 3
• ED 390 - Assessment and Instructional Strategies Credits: 3
• ED 399 - Admission to Student Teaching Credits: 0
• ED 499 - Educator Preparation Program Exit (CAP 4) Credits: 0

Related Studies Courses:

24 Hours

• ED 331 - Social Studies Methodology Credits: 3
• ED 341 - Math Methodology Credits: 3
• ED 343 - Science Methodology Credits: 3
• HP 391 - Adapted Physical Education Credits: 3
• MTH 201 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers Credits: 3
• MTH 202 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers Credits: 3
• SOC 342 - Race and Ethnic Relations Credits: 3

Special Education Courses:

33 Hours

• SED 103 - Introduction to Special Education Credits: 3
• SED 105 - Introduction to Learning Disabilities Credits: 3
• SED 107 - Theories of Reading and Educational Practices P-12 Credits: 3
• SED 200 - Emotional Disturbance & Behavioral Disorders Credits: 3
• SED 203 - Classroom Management Credits: 3
• SED 205 - Behavioral Management of Children and Youth with Learning and Behavior Problems Credits: 3
• SED 303 - Curriculum Methods in Learning and Behavior Disorders (P-12) Credits: 3
• SED 305 - Prescriptive and Instructional Strategies Credits: 3
• SED 410 - Teaching Mathematics to Children and Youth with Learning and Behavior Disorders Credits: 3
• SED 411 - Assessment and Instructional Methods Credits: 3
• SED 412 - Developmental Reading in Middle & High School Credits: 3

Capstone Courses:

15 Hours