Online Special Education Undergraduate Programs

Undergraduate Program Programs in Elementary Education (K-6) with an emphasis in Special Education are designed to boost students' skills in the field and move them ahead in their careers. Starting with foundational courses in Education and Elementary Education (K-6), most programs then move into a specialization in Special Education.

Pursuing an Online Degree

Online degrees are not for everybody. Many schools offer try before you buy programs to determine if an online degree is right for you? You can request free information from a school counselor.

If you are a good fit, online degrees provide the flexibility to take classes on your busy schedule and from the comfort of your own home. Even if you attend a campus-based institution of higher learning, many of them offer at least some of their curiculum online, so speak with a school counselor to find out more information.

Is Special Education right for me?

The master's in Special Education program includes orientation to the exceptional child. Courses teach how to diagnose and assess disabilities, inclusion strategies, and collaboration and resource management for the special educator. This program takes 1 to 2 years to complete.

Online Schools with Elementary Education (K 6): Special Education programs

Grand Canyon University

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B.S. in Elementary Education/Special Education (Dual Major) (Leads to Initial Teacher Licensure)

This robust and specialized degree program is designed for any individual who seeks an elementary or cross-categorical teaching certificate to teach children with special needs in the K-12 setting.

Participants are responsible for contacting their state department of education for certification requirements and program approval. In addition, participants should consult the Grand Canyon University Catalog and academic advisor to obtain current information about teacher credentialing programs.

Courses in this state and regionally accredited program are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disabilities, and other physical and cognitive impairments. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice-based experiences.

Teacher candidates must have access to a K-12 special education classroom to complete the program assignments. Teacher candidates must be prepared to complete a full-time, 16-week student teaching component at the end of the program. Eight weeks of student teaching is completed in a regular education setting and 8 weeks is completed in a resource room, self-contained class, or in a special school for students with disabilities. These special education settings must include at least 3 or more of the following disability categories: mental retardation, learning disabilities, emotional disabilities, physical/health impairments; and they must be completed with a certified special education teacher.

Graduates of this program are prepared to become effective educators in both regular education and special education settings, and to implement individualized educational plans to accommodate the students' various learning, behavioral, and social needs.

Prospective candidates should already have some previous college experience prior to enrolling.

Online Schools with Elementary Education (K 6) programs

University of Phoenix

Grand Canyon University

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B.S. in Elementary Education/Special Education (Dual Major) (Leads to Initial Teacher Licensure)

This robust and specialized degree program is designed for any individual who seeks an elementary or cross-categorical teaching certificate to teach children with special needs in the K-12 setting.

Participants are responsible for contacting their state department of education for certification requirements and program approval. In addition, participants should consult the Grand Canyon University Catalog and academic advisor to obtain current information about teacher credentialing programs.

Courses in this state and regionally accredited program are taught by experts in their respective fields who share knowledge and experience in areas of learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disabilities, and other physical and cognitive impairments. Opportunities are provided to apply concepts, theories, and research throughout the program. Assignments within each course guide students through observational and practice-based experiences.

Teacher candidates must have access to a K-12 special education classroom to complete the program assignments. Teacher candidates must be prepared to complete a full-time, 16-week student teaching component at the end of the program. Eight weeks of student teaching is completed in a regular education setting and 8 weeks is completed in a resource room, self-contained class, or in a special school for students with disabilities. These special education settings must include at least 3 or more of the following disability categories: mental retardation, learning disabilities, emotional disabilities, physical/health impairments; and they must be completed with a certified special education teacher.

Graduates of this program are prepared to become effective educators in both regular education and special education settings, and to implement individualized educational plans to accommodate the students' various learning, behavioral, and social needs.

Prospective candidates should already have some previous college experience prior to enrolling.