Early Childhood Special Education

Department: Education
Delivery Method: Online
Type: Concentration of Elementary Education - Grades K-9
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Overview

There is a high demand nationwide for preschool educators—especially for those who focus on early childhood special education. We aim to meet that need through our Early Childhood Special Education program.

This licensure program is designed for individuals seeking certification in Early Childhood Special Education in the State of Wisconsin. Students will get hands-on experiences working with children in their first early childhood courses and throughout their coursework.

The program is offered to students seeking their first bachelor’s degree or for students who already have a bachelor’s degree but want to obtain the Early Childhood Special Education license.

The Early Childhood Special Education program is offered fully online to meet the diverse needs of our student body.


Program Outcomes

Through the Early Childhood Special Education program, you will:

Through the Early Childhood Special Education program, you will:

  • Understand teaching strategies and appropriate assessments for children with disabilities
  • Learn to work with a variety of educational professionals, community members and family members to support young children with disabilities
  • Learn about positive behavior supports and classroom management
  • Develop ways to promote learning through play
  • Understand the special education evaluative process and inclusive practices

Licensure candidates must pass Assessments of Content Knowledge, Wisconsin Foundations of Reading Test or approved assessment, and successfully complete the Assessments of Pedagogical Knowledge.


Career Outcomes

This licensure program can lead to certification to teach in multiple areas of education. This program allows graduates to teach as an early childhood special education teacher, in birth through grade 3 settings. Graduates also have the opportunity to apply for additional licenses in:

  • K-9 Elementary Education
  • Birth through grade 3 Early Childhood
  • K-12 Special Education 

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