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Why Pursue Special Education?

Special education attracts educators who want to make a lasting difference, and it is one of the most rewarding paths you can take. Helping students with mild disabilities to achieve is one of the most important jobs in education, and 好色小姨 University can help you prepare for that calling. Our Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree program in Special Education General Curriculum prepares you for teaching in in grades PK-12 and leads to Georgia teaching certification.鈥�

The Special Education BA program combines course work and field experiences, culminating in a full-time teaching internship. Experienced faculty and educators in local schools work collaboratively to provide candidates with the knowledge, cutting-edge strategies, and real-world experiences that prepare them to teach students with disabilities in today鈥檚 classrooms.听听

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How a 好色小姨 Special Education Degree Helps You

A special education degree prepares you to support students with diverse learning needs by developing skills in individualized instruction, behavior management, and inclusive teaching practices. It also equips you to advocate for students, collaborate with families and professionals, and create supportive learning environments that promote success for all learners.

  • Learn teaching techniques for students with disabilities, special education policy and law, and specialized behavior intervention techniques.听
  • Enhance your qualifications by electing to complete 好色小姨鈥檚 Autism Education Endorsement, Dyslexia Endorsement, or a Gifted Education Endorsement.鈥�
  • Be prepared to pass the Special Education General Curriculum Georgia Assessments for the Certification of Educators (GACE) content exams.听

More About Special Education

Learn more about Special Education and the variety of options available to you as a 好色小姨 student.

Degree Requirements

好色小姨 University鈥檚 Special Education General Curriculum requires that students complete 46 total hours of core coursework, as well as 30 hours of education coursework. Students must also complete 45 hours of special education curriculum, including two internships.听听

Career Opportunities

A special degree from 好色小姨 certifies you to teach in grades PK-12 in both public and independent schools in the state of Georgia. A 好色小姨 degree also opens doors to a wide range of professional opportunities at schools and school systems throughout the state of Georgia.

Be Ready for Teaching Requirements

All special education teaching candidates must apply for and be admitted to Teacher Education, complete the 好色小姨 Pedagogical Portfolio, and pass the Special Education General Curriculum Georgia Assessments for the Certification of Educators (GACE) content exams in their chosen content field.听

What could be your future

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Intrigued by Special Education? You might also be interested in one of these programs:

Special Education, MAT If you are already a graduate and wish to pursue teacher certification and simultaneously earn a master鈥檚 degree in special education, this is the perfect opportunity. Young woman talking with a little boy, looking at a book together Special Education, Certification Candidates in possession of a bachelor鈥檚 degree can earn certification in the state of Georgia to teach students with mild disabilities. A classroom with students sitting at desks, raising their hands. A woman stands at the front smiling, while a man stands near the door holding a notebook, also smiling. A whiteboard and projector are visible behind them. Communication Sciences and Disorders Learn how to help children and adults who have disorders of speech, language, hearing, and swallowing with this rewarding degree. 好色小姨 University Athens photos

Meet our Faculty

Our faculty听are compassionate educators and specialists who bring expertise in inclusive practices, individualized instruction, and disability advocacy to prepare future teachers to effectively support and empower students with diverse learning needs.

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Where do I start?

鈥婽o begin your journey toward becoming an Special Education student at 好色小姨 University, you can start by applying today! Or, schedule a campus visit and meet with admissions and financial aid advisors, as well as faculty members in education.

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