Exceptional Student Education (K-12) with Infused ESOL & Reading Endorsements - Bachelor of Science
College of Education
ESEDR-BS
Program Leadership Information
Dean, College of Education
duncan.heather@spcollege.edu
Program Summary
This teacher preparation program combines college coursework related to the content of Exceptional Student Education, the pedagogy of teaching and practical, school-based experiences to prepare you for professional certification to teach in an Exceptional Student Education classroom, grades K-12. Graduates earn a Bachelor of Science in Exceptional Student Education (grades K-12) and will be endorsed in both Reading and ESOL.
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Program Learning Outcomes
- Teacher Candidates demonstrate an understanding of the characteristics and needs of students with exceptionalities.
- Teacher Candidates will apply knowledge of laws and legislation governing the provision of services to students with exceptionalities.
- Teacher Candidates apply evidence-based instructional practices for students with exceptionalities.
- Teacher Candidates utilize assistive technologies and adaptive resources to support students with exceptionalities.
- Teacher Candidates collaborate with families, professionals, and relevant stakeholders to support and advocate for students with exceptionalities.
- Teacher Candidates will demonstrate professional and ethical dispositions as defined by the Florida Educator Code of Ethics.
Admission Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree Admission Guides outline criteria specific to each program including course requirements, GPA and the application process.
Graduation Requirements
GPA: A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher is required for graduation.
CULTURAL DIVERSITY (6 credits): Six credits with an international or diversity focus. This requirement may have been satisfied in the first 60 semester hours.
FOREIGN LANGUAGE: If you have not completed two consecutive years of the same foreign language in high school or 8 credits in college, you will need to complete 8 credits of foreign language before completing the B.S. program.
CIVIC LITERACY: As per Florida Rule 6A-10.04213, baccalaureate degree students entering a Florida College System (FCS) or State University System (SUS) institution in the 2021-2022 academic school year and thereafter must demonstrate competency through successful completion of a civic literacy course AND by achieving a passing score on the Florida Civic Literacy Examination (FCLE).
Completing all program requirements, including ESOL, demonstrating competency in the Florida Educator Accomplished Practices (FEAPS) at the pre-professional level, passing all sections of the Florida Teacher Certification Examination (FTCE) and passing the final internship are conditions of graduation. Students who have questions concerning catalog year requirements should consult the appropriate SPC College catalog or an academic advisor.
Program Requirements
In addition to the State Mandated Prerequisite course listed below, students are required to complete the general education (Associates of Arts Degree) that corresponds with their catalog year/requirement term. Students who have earned a previous AA or bachelor’s degree should consult an advisor for transcript review.