This minor provides undergraduate students with background knowledge in teaching students with mild disabilities. Completing this minor partially fulfills the requirements for Virginia’s initial teaching licensure in special education-general curriculum K-12.
Policies
At least eight credits must be unique to this minor and may not be used to fulfill requirements of the student's major, concentration, an undergraduate certificate, or another minor. Students must complete all coursework with a minimum GPA of 2.00. For policies governing all minors, see AP.5.3.4 Minors.
Minor Requirements
Total credits: 15
Coursework
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EDSE 201 | Introduction to Special Education | 3 |
| EDSE 241 | Characteristics of Students with Disabilities who Access the General Curriculum | 3 |
| EDSE 251 | Classroom Management and Positive Behavior Supports | 3 |
| EDSE 341 | Language Acquisition and Reading and Writing Development | 3 |
| EDSE 441 | Instructional Strategies for Reading and Writing | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |