Special Education

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

If you enjoy encouraging children who have unique challenges and could see yourself teaching in a special education setting, consider this major. This program helps future special education teachers adapt instructional strategies and create inclusive learning environments with meaningful learning activities for individuals with exceptionalities. The Special Education major is aligned with the Council for Exceptional Children educator preparation standards and meets the requirements for a special education license in the state of Wisconsin.

Career Options

• Special education teacher • Special education consultant to classroom teacher • Learning disabilities specialist

Some careers and employment positions require graduate degrees, specialized training, or additional certificates and licenses.

alumni spotlight NATHAN & HELEN MOORE

Nathan (’13) and Helen (Scott, ’15) Moore live in Whitewater, WI, where Nathan serves as the program director at Camp Joy. Nathan graduated with a BA in Social Studies Education—a degree which has helped him understand how young people behave and what to expect within social groups. “The aspect of MBU life that impacted me most was my time in off-campus ministry. Six of us ministered at First Baptist Church in West Bend, and I still appreciate the opportunity to use what I learned in classes and in orchestra.”