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Bachelor of Education in Special Education - Cross Categorical Disabilities Area University of Central Missouri University of Central Missouri, USA

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USD 17100

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USD 75

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48 months

Duration

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5.5

IELTS

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61

TOEFL

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55%

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Program Overview

Connect with and empower students across the learning spectrum with a Special Education Teaching degree from the University of Central Missouri. The Cross-Categorical Disabilities concentration of our Special Education Bachelor of Science degree program provides supportive, hands-on and standards-based training in how to become a special education teacher.

UCM’s bachelor’s degree in Special Education program will help you understand how young people develop and learn. In the Cross-Categorical Disabilities major in Special Education, you’ll be able to create inclusive, engaging environments that help K–12 learners with a variety of disabilities feel safe and supported. 

What you will study

A bachelor’s degree in Special Education with a concentration in Cross-Categorical Disabilities from UCM will give you insight into the nature of the learning process. Understanding how individual learners differ, as well as how to address diverse emotional, social, physical and cognitive needs, will enable you to craft ideal educational experiences for each of your students.

Coursework for this Special Education Teaching degree may include:

  • Educational Psychology: Survey the psychological concepts, theories and techniques critical for successful teaching.
  • Education of the Exceptional Child: Learning to recognize, teach and support extraordinary learners is an important part of how to become a special education teacher. You’ll have the opportunity in this course for on-site work with exceptional children.
  • Introduction to English Language Learners and Culturally Responsive Pedagogy: Teachers in Special Education programs frequently need to teach English Language Learner (ELL) students with special needs. Additionally, learn how to include frameworks such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, sexual orientation and religion in your teaching to fully connect with your students and achieve more successful learning outcomes.

 

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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 56 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Aug 2025

Closed

Jan 2025, Aug 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

    5.5 IELTS Score
    61 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    95 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    55% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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