Special Education (SPED) Minor

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The 15-hour minor in Special Education (SPED) in the College of Education can provide undergraduates with foundational knowledge about special needs and disabilities as well as teaching theories and practices in addressing the educational needs of learners. This minor may be of special interest to psychology and social work students who may wish to work with children with special learning needs, from early childhood to adulthood, and their families.

Required courses in the minor (15 hours)

SPED 2301 and SPED 4300 are to be taken in sequence, that is first and second, since they serve as prerequisites for the other three SPED courses.

SPED 2301 - Introduction to Special Populations Credit Hours: 3
SPED 4300 - Survey of Exceptionalities Credit Hours: 3
SPED 4311 - Assessment in Special Education Credit Hours: 3
SPED 4321 - Implementing Positive Behavior Supports Credit Hours: 3
SPED 4332 - Early Childhood Special Education Credit Hours: 3