In the special education minor, you’ll get an introduction to early childhood special education. You’ll study teaching methods for different learning abilities and content areas. You’ll also learn about inclusionary practices and get experience in the classroom.
The minor in special education is designed to assist general education teachers and other related services personnel to work more effectively with students with special needs.
This minor does not meet an endorsement.
The following information comes from the official EWU catalog, which outlines all degree requirements and serves as the guide to earning a degree. Courses are designed to provide a well-rounded and versatile degree, covering a wide range of subject areas.
Special Education Minor
| Required Courses | ||
| SPED 363 | INTRODUCTION TO SPECIAL EDUCATION | 4 |
| SPED 420 | PRINCIPLES OF BEHAVIOR FOR STUDENTS WITH EXCEPTIONAL NEEDS | 4 |
| SPED 421 | CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT IN SPECIAL EDUCATION SETTINGS | 4 |
| or SPED 466 | TRANSITION FOR STUDENTS W/DISABILITIES | |
| or SPED 480 | INCLUSIONARY PRACTICES AND COLLABORATION | |
| SPED 460 | SPECIAL EDUCATION METHODS | 4 |
| Total Credits | 16 | |