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Overview
Special education teachers who specialize in early childhood are also in demand as more and more children with disabilities are diagnosed earlier — in fact, the preschool, kindergarten and elementary school levels are the fastest-growing areas of special education, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Curriculum
The Special Education Early Childhood program of the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee leads to a Bachelor of Science in Exceptional Education. Teacher candidates are admitted to the Early Childhood major upon declaring the major or transferring from another institution. Upon completion, you will be eligible to apply for a Cross-Categorical Special Education Teaching License from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction for ages birth to eight (Grades 0-3).
Career
UWM’s Early Childhood Special Education Program prepares teachers to provide special education services in infant/toddler, preschool or primary settings up to third grade. It emphasizes multicultural, family-centered and interdisciplinary preparation.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, preschool, kindergarten and elementary school levels are the fastest-growing areas of special education.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Mathematical Explorations for Elementary Teachers
- Models and Issues for Early Childhood Education
- Language Acquisition for Children of Diverse Backgrounds
- Survey of Early Childhood Intervention
- Curriculum and Methods for Special Education: Birth to Three
- Infant and Early Childhood Assessment
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 5
TOEFL® IBT 65
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Education View 3791 other Bachelors in Education in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 5
TOEFL® IBT 65
Other requirements
General requirements
- Online application
- $25 Application Fee
- Evidence of English Proficiency
- Submit original or officially-certified copies of academic records for all secondary education (high school). You must also submit academic records from all post-secondary (university or college) education, whether or not the program was completed
- Although not required for most students, if you have taken the ACT/SAT we encourage you to submit the scores as it can enhance your ability to get a scholarship and will increase your English placement options upon arrival
Tuition Fee
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International
21475 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 21475 USD per year during 48 months. -
National
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In-State
9610 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9610 USD per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Milwaukee
1066 - 1767 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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