B.A. in Adolescence and Special Education French 7-12 and Teaching Students with Disabilities 7-12

Students who choose the special education and 7-12 generalist program will be qualified to teach adolescents with disabilities in grades 7-12. This program is recommended for those who are interested in working as a special education teacher for students with disabilities. Successful completion of the program leads to New York state initial certification in special education (grades 7-12). Program Curriculum and Requirements All programs include a general education requirement, professional education requirement, and comprehensive field experiences. The distinctive liberal arts concentration allows students to take courses across three subjects of their choice, ensuring that students gain extensive knowledge across core content areas. The Common Core standards and New York state learning standards are integrated into required coursework throughout the program and serve as the basis of performance assessment requirements. A focus on literacy and teaching students with diverse learning needs is embedded in coursework that is required of all education majors. Comprehensive field experiences begin in the first semester of study and continue each semester of the program, leading to a teaching assistantship and comprehensive student teaching experience. All programs include experience with English language learners and students receiving special education services, as well as a range of placements across various types of school districts. This program is mainly focuses on B.A. in Adolescence and Special Education French 7-12 and Teaching Students with Disabilities 7-12.