BS in special education

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The Bachelor of Science Degree in Special Education is a cumulative development program that provides an opportunity for student to demonstrate knowledge of and competence in applying the fundamental concepts of teaching students with cognitive, behavioral, and//or physical/health disabilities. A cumulative development program design provides an opportunity for students to complete a sequence of developmental levels in special education through which the transfer of knowledge and skills is made possible. Candidates for the B.S. Degree in Special Education are eligible to pursue certification in grades N-12 through the Pennsylvania teacher certification testing program.

Note; The proposed amendments to teacher certification as adopted by the State Board of Education in May 2007 will change the scope of teaching certificates for teachers of prekindergarten through grade 4; and for all grade levels for special education teachers certified on or after January 1, 2013. The following summarizes the State Board of Education regulatory changes to Chapter 49 relating to PA Certification of Professional Personnel.

Certificates issued before January 1, 2013 will remain valid for the grade and age levels (early childhood Pre-K-3 ages 4-11; elementary K-6 ages 4-11; and special education Pre-K-12 up to age 21).

Certificates issued on or after January 1, 2013, the following grade and age limitations will be: early childhood P-K-4 ages 3-9; and special education Pre-K-8 and must also obtain a certificate in one of the following: early childhood PreK-4, elementary middle 4-8, or reading specialist PreK-12 ages 3-14.

General Education – 48 Credits
Professional Core – 24 Credits
Specialization – 48 Credits