Special Education (SPDM) - Minor

18 credits

The Special Education Minor provides additional depth and preparation for delivering quality instruction to all learners. This minor is a toolkit for anyone interested in understanding and supporting individuals with diverse learning needs. Topics include inclusive educational practices, understanding disabilities, effective teaching, and behavior management strategies. Students explore different perspectives and learn about laws and policies shaping special education. This minor will benefit future teachers from all discipline areas and related service majors, such as social work, nursing, and criminal justice.

Required (15 credits)

SPED 300 - Children and Youth with Exceptionalities (3 credits)
SPED 405 - Student Management Systems (3 credits)
SPED 410 - Introduction to Assessment/Methods (3 credits)
◎ SPED 420 - Special Education Administrative Procedures (3 credits)
SPED 425 - Inclusion in Regular Classrooms (3 credits)

Elective: (3 credits)

SPED 432 - Assessment/Methods for Moderate/Severe Developmental Disabilities (3 credits)
SPED 473 - Transition and Secondary Skills Instruction (3 credits)
SPED 490 - Seminar/ Workshop (1-3 credits)