Program Contact
Sharon Carter
336.249.8186 ext. 6127
Mission Statement
The Special Education program is a concentration under the curriculum of the Early Childhood Associate. This program provides educational opportunities that combine theoretical and hands-on learning experiences to prepare students for entry-level employment, career advancement, and/or advanced education in inclusive child development and education settings. The Special Education program focuses on preparing adults to work in inclusive environments, including public and private early care and preschool settings as well as public and private primary and/or elementary schools. Graduates demonstrate competence in assessing children and implementing appropriate learning experiences for children with exceptionalities, including writing and implementing Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP) and Individual Education Plans (IEP).
List of Degrees/Certifications/Diplomas offered
through this Program and Suggested Course Sequences
Early Childhood Associate, Special Education Concentration
Faculty
Margaret Annunziata
Amanda Bowman
Sharon Carter
Jody Lawrence
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I do with a Special Ed concentration and the AAS degree?
Graduates from the Special Education program are prepared to work with children with a variety of exceptionalities in education settings, including public schools, preschools, and one-on-one as intervention and inclusion specialists. |
