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Special Education (General and Adapted Curriculum)

4 Year Major BS

Overview of the Program

This major prepares individuals to become special education teachers for students grades K-12.  
Students major in special education with a concentration in both general curriculum and adapted curriculum.


General curriculum licensure prepares teacher candidates to work with students with disabilities who are pursuing a standard high school diploma, whereas


Adapted curriculum licensure prepares teacher candidates to work with students with disabilities who are more significantly impacted by their disability and working on a specialized curriculum.
Both licenses may be obtained through specialized advising.
 
 

 

 

Program Highlights

This major requires students to pursue a minor, but is open to any JMU minor.

Add-On Specialty Areas

Contact Dr. Stephanie Wasta for more information.

Program Coordinator
Graduate Prog. Director

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