Special Education
Special Education is a dual major combined with Elementary or
Secondary Education providing students with skills and training
necessary to offer pre-kindergarten and K-12 students with special needs.
This degree leads to licensure in the special education of students with
mild or moderate disabilities (K-12). The dual major is a preferred option
for educators who desire expertise in designing instruction for students
with and without disabilities.
Alumni SPOTLIGHT
Name: Rendall Seely
Graduated: Class of 2012
Current job: Interpretive Park Ranger
in Zion National Park
“SUU has the reputation of providing the best education program in the state of Utah and I must say I agree. My professors in Special Education and Elementary Education have given me the tools for a successful future and I am grateful to each of them for their help, encouragement, and friendship. SUU has also connected me with the National Park Service and has allowed me to pursue a summer career educating visitors in Zion National Park.”
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POINTS of DISTINCTION
- Special Education teachers are in high demand
- The dual major may only require students to take one extra semester of coursework with prudent advisement
- Special Education faculty utilizes “best practice” in teaching research based pedagogical skills
- Special Education courses provide practical practicum experiences allowing students to observe master Special Education teachers in local school districts
POSSIBLE CAREERS
Teach in public, charter, and private schools in Special Education (K-12) or General Education, high school or elementary, depending on dual major combination
AVAILABLE RESOURCES
The College resides in a state-of-the-art Education Building and operates labs for hands-on experience. A Media Center with high tech equipment is available for students and faculty to create innovative projects and learning opportunities. The Special Education department maintains several cognitive, achievement, and behavior assessments and protocols used in the delivery of services to students with disabilities.
STUDENT INVOLVEMENT
- Student Council for Exceptional Children (SCEC)-Discount membership to this national organization designed to help students collaborate and keep up with legal and societal trends in Special Education
- Opportunities to work in a variety of practicums in diverse school settings
CONTACT INFORMATION
- Department Name: Teacher Education and Human Development
- Department Contact: Nicole Wangsgard, Ph.D.
- Email Address: wangsgard@suu.edu
- Department Phone: 435-586-7802
- Department Fax: 435-865-8532