Special Education Endorsement Program of Study
For an endorsement in the minor teaching field of Special Education, a student must complete the courses in the minor teaching field listed below or demonstrate course equivalency. NOTE: Teaching minors require completion of a teaching major in another field.
| Required Courses | Credits | Term |
| EDU 438 Literacy Assessment, Diagnosis & Instruction | 3 | Spring |
| EDSP 403 Introduction to Early Childhood Special Education | 3 | Fall even years |
| EDSP 405 Assessment of Students with Exceptionalities | 3 | Fall |
| EDSP 426/526 Introduction to Transition & Community | 3 | Spring |
| EDSP 454 Advanced Academic Interventions | 3 | Spring |
| EDSP 456/556 Introduction to Methods for Low Incidence Disabilities | 3 | Fall |
| EDSP 461 Positive Behavior Supports | 3 | Spring |
| EDSP 462 Special Education Law, Policy, and Practice | 3 | Fall |
| EDSP 495 Student Teaching: Special Education *Note: Initial licensure candidates complete a 10-credit practicum. Currently licensed teachers complete a 6-credit practicum. | 6-10 | Fall, Spring |
| Total Credits | 30-34 |