Special Education
Grow your understanding and appreciation of individual differences with a Special Education bachelor's degree.
York College of Pennsylvania's Special Education degree is designed to develop the next generation of educators. When you enroll in this bachelor of science program, you'll build skills to support students with special needs, in both separate and inclusive learning environments.
With mentorship from faculty with classroom experience, as well as guidance from an assigned Special Education teacher in a local district, you'll gain valuable knowledge for a career that makes a difference in the lives of young people, in schools, and in communities.
Completion of the Special Education program prepares students for professional teacher certification in special education (PreK - Grade 12). Special Education majors may also pursue a 4+1 program, allowing them to earn both a bachelor's degree and an M.Ed. in Applied Behavior Analysis in as few as five years.
Special Education Courses
Your class schedule will include core courses for your major, Gen Next general education classes, and electives.
| Course Name | Course Code | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Foundations of Education | EDU 200 | 3 Credits |
| Early Field Experience | SPE 201 | 2 Credits |
| Diagnostic Reading and Instruction | ECH 310 | 3 Credits |
| Evidence Based Instruction for Students with High Incidence Disabilities | SPE 303 | 3 Credits |
| Transitions and Career Development in Special Education | SPE 351 | 3 Credits |
Careers in Special Education
These are just a few of the many career opportunities available to graduates of the Special Education program.
Special Education Teacher
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Education Advisor for a Government Agency
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Early Elementary Special Education
In this dual program at York College, you’ll complete a double major in Early Elementary Education and Special Education. As you learn about educational theory and gain hands-on practice, you’ll develop an appreciation for the differences your future students may bring to the classroom. And you’ll build the skills needed to support each of them, including those with special needs and English language learners.
Middle Level Education
As a Middle Level Education major at York College, you graduate professionally certified to teach grades 4-8 and have the opportunity to specialize in a core subject: English/Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, or Science. Relationships with faculty and experience working in real schools establish your confidence in educating and managing your own classroom.
Applied Behavior Analysis (M.Ed.)
York College offers a 4+1 program, allowing you to graduate with both a bachelor's degree in Special Education and a master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis in as few as five years.
YCP's online Master of Education (MEd) degree program in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) prepares you with the skills and training to effectively address the different learning needs of all students. Using an evidence-based therapeutic approach and established ABA principles, you'll gain real-world experience and complete a verified course sequence approved by the Association for Behavior Analysis International.