Special Education (K-12) Specialization

What is Special Education?

Special Education is a broad term that describes the programs that are specifically designed to meet the needs of students with varying exceptionalities. The Special Education specialization will prepare you to teach and work with students with specific learning disabilities (SLD), intellectual and developmental disabilities (InD), and emotional/behavioral disorders (EBD) in diverse instructional settings, including the general education classroom.

Through this specialization, graduates will receive certification to teach students with mild exceptionalities in grades K-12 in Florida.

Career Opportunities

Earlier and more accurate identification of students with special needs has led to an increase in the amount and type of instructional services that are needed and appropriate for these students. The demand for highly trained and qualified special education teachers is critical throughout the state of Florida. Barry graduates have always been successful in obtaining teaching positions in public and private schools to work with students with disabilities. As a Barry graduate, you will be equipped with the skills needed to effectively plan and prepare appropriate instruction for all your students.