ETSU training leaders in Special Education
With national headlines about children with special needs being left behind, special education instructors are needed now perhaps more than ever.
And ETSU is preparing graduates well for such a career.
Ashlyn Mills is one of the many who found a passion working with those with a variety
of intellectual, developmental, learning, emotional and physical disabilities and sensory impairments. For Mills, the department is getting her ready for a future career. Read her story.
The Special Education Program offers undergraduate and graduate programs that meet teacher licensure requirements in the state of Tennessee. A non-licensure track is also available to graduate-level students who want to work in areas of developmental disabilities and related human services positions that do not require a teaching license.
"School was a terrible experience for me, which led to me completing high school online. During that time, I volunteered at the elementary school my mother worked at. She recommended I volunteer in the special education classroom her friend taught, and I reluctantly did. I fell in love instantly." - Ashlyn Mills
Special Education
MINOR
Pursuing a minor in Special Education signals to potential employers that a candidate possesses a deep appreciation for diversity in abilities and a strong foundation in proven teaching methods that enhance learning for all students or clients.
Special Education
MASTER'S
Students not pursuing special education certification, yet interested in an advanced special education degree, may opt for a Master of Education in Special Education. This degree is tailored for those who already hold a teaching license or do not wish to obtain one, offering a pathway to deepen their expertise in the field.
Special Education
ADD-ON
Those not aiming for special education licensure but still eager to advance their knowledge in the field can pursue a Master of Education in Special Education. Ideal for licensed teachers or those not seeking licensure, this program provides a specialized educational advancement opportunity.
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Career Outlook
Graduates Faring Well
With national headlines about children with special needs being left behind, special education instructors are needed now perhaps more than ever.
And ETSU is preparing graduates well for such a career.
“I was lucky to participate in many campus-related service organizations like POP
Arts and Access ETSU that serve students with exceptionalities,” said Cameron Phillips,
a special education teacher at Dobyns-Bennett High School. “This real-world experience
of working with these individuals is unmatched.”
“I was lucky to participate in many campus-related service organizations like POP
Arts and Access ETSU that serve students with exceptionalities. This real-world experience
of working with these individuals is unmatched.” Cameron Phillips
Special Education Teacher
Dobyns-Bennett High School