About the course

Special education teachers have the opportunity to have a positive, lasting impact on the lives of children and youth with disabilities. Special educators are responsible for providing specially designed instruction to these students by adapting and developing materials that match the special needs of each individual. Special education majors develop the knowledge and skills needed to work with students, families, and other professionals to ensure that students with disabilities reach their learning potential. The special education program prepares students interested in teaching children with mild disabilities, including children with learning disabilities, mild intellectual disabilities, emotional-behavioral disabilities, and orthopedic impairments. Careers in special education can involve a variety of roles, including teaching in self-contained settings, teaching resource classes, co-teaching with general education teachers, supporting general education teachers through consultation, and/or some combination of these roles. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Highland Heights
Fall (August), 2024	Highland Heights
Spring (January), 2025	Highland Heights
Fall (August), 2025	Highland Heights
Spring (January), 2026	Highland Heights

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Northern Kentucky University

Official transcripts from all years of secondary school (or high school) must be sent directly to International Student & Scholar Services by the student’s current or previous educational institution(s).The minimum scores to be considered for admission are an ACT of 18 or SAT of 430 (through 3/15/16) or 25. TOEFL scores to be considered for admission are a 500 on the paper-based exam or a 61 on the internet-based (iBT) exam. The minimum IELTS scores to be considered for admission must include a cumulative band of 5.5 and sub-scores in reading and writing of 5.0 or better.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　The next application deadline is 15 October 2023

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Northern Kentucky University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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