Overview

Special Education undergraduates from University of Nevada, Las Vegas , participate in coursework and clinical experiences that contain a solid theoretical and practical knowledge base in the areas of research design and implementation, teaching, and the provision of mandated services at the community, state, and national level.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

Articulate personal philosophy of special education, including the continuum of placement and services available for individuals with disabilities.

Describe the impact of learners’ diverse abilities, interests, and culture on learning and instruction.

Describe and use research-based instructional methods to insure students’ success in all environments.

Describe and make modifications for the demands of learning and social environments encountered by students with special needs.

Demonstrate knowledge of, and construct lesson plans based on the general education curricula, including modifications and adaptations for individuals with exceptional learning needs.

Interpret and use information from formal and informal assessments to plan instruction and monitor student progress.

Practice within the CEC Code of Ethics and uphold high standards of professional competence and integrity.

Career Possibilities

Possible career options after receiving this degree:

Licensed teacher

Private consultant

Education specialist

Non-profit organization director or employee

State education department director or employee

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Characteristics and Inclusive Strategies for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities
Legal Aspects of Special Education
Practicum in a Resource Room
Curriculum Planning
English Language Learners With Diverse Needs
Second Language Pedagogy for Students in Inclusive Settings

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Las Vegas, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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General requirements

High School Transcript –

Submit your high school transcript (includes all high school coursework and grades).

A certified translation is required for any transcript not written in English.

College/University Transcript(s)-

Submit your official transcripts from all previously attended colleges or universities where college-level credits were earned (either while in high school or after graduating high school).

A certified evaluation (course-by-course with GPA calculation) by a NACES member organization is required for all non-US college-level coursework.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

31710 USD / year

≈ 31710 USD / year
Out-of-State

31420 USD / year

≈ 31420 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

11231 USD / year

≈ 11231 USD / year

Living costs

Las Vegas

United States

880 - 1430 USD / month

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Funding

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