Overview

Special Education from Nebraska Wesleyan University, graduates also serve as consultants to general education teachers to help them adapt lessons that will meet the needs of the special education students in their classes. Employment of special education teachers is expected to grow by 17 percent from 2010 to 2020.

Career

Special Education Teacher
Special Education Tutor
Special Education Consultant
Special Education Case Manager
Autistic Teacher
Early Childhood Teacher
Public Health – Infant Development Specialist
Remedial Skills Instructor
Resource Room Special Education Teacher
Special Needs Teacher
Behavioral Specialist
Residential Counselor
Vocational Training Counselor: Resident, School, Youth

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Understanding Human Differences
Instructional and Adaptive Technology
Legal Issues in Special Education
Creating Support for Safe Schools
Adapted Physical Education
Education in a Pluralistic Society

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

126 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nebraska City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED)
Official transcripts from high school and any colleges attended
Completed application form via NWU’s Admissions page
Optional standardized test scores (ACT/SAT)

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

43966 USD / year

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Out-of-State

43966 USD / year

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In-State

43966 USD / year

≈ 43966 USD / year

Funding

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