The Bachelor of Arts in Special Education with a Concentration in Autism will prepare graduates provide an individualized education for students identified with high incidence disabilities and autism spectrum disorders in K-12 classrooms in Nevada. Graduates will be prepared to assess and teach academic, behavioral, and functional life skills for students with disabilities. In addition to fulfilling college requirements for a bachelor's degree, graduates will also meet coursework requirements Nevada Department of Education issued teacher licenses in the areas of Special Education Generalist and Autism. There is a shortage of Special Education teachers in Nevada and across the United States and employment prospects are good.
The mission of the Bachelor of Arts in Special Education with a Concentration in Autism is to develop highly competent and caring educators who, together with individuals with disabilities and their families and other professionals, will collaborate to provide successful educational experiences and enhanced quality of life through their effective practices, equitable opportunities, and advocacy.
Mission Statement and Standards
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Curriculum
Recommended Schedule
A recommended course sequence to complete the major in four years.
Core Curriculum (31-45)
English (3-8 credits)
Refer to the English section of the Core Curriculum
Study and Technology Skills (0-3 credits)
Refer to the Study and Technology Skills section of the Core Curriculum
Mathematics (3-5 credits)
Refer to the Mathematics section of the Core Curriculum
Natural Sciences (7-8 credits)
Refer to the Natural Sciences section of the Core Curriculum
Social Sciences (3 credits)
Refer to the Social Sciences section of the Core Curriculum
Fine Arts (3 credits)
Refer to the Fine Arts section of the Core Curriculum
Humanities (6 credits)
| EDU 250 | Foundations of Education | 3.00 |
| Refer to the Humanities section of the Core Curriculum | 3.00 |
Constitution (3-6 credits)
Refer to the Constitution section of the Core Curriculum
Cultural Diversity (3 credits)
Refer to the Cultural Diversity section of the Core Curriculum.
Classes in the major may be used to fulfill this Core requirement.
| EDU 280 | Valuing Cultural Diversity | 3.00 |
Major Requirements (90)
| MATH 122 | Number Concepts for Elementary School Teachers | 3.00 |
| MATH 123 | Statistical and Geometrical Concepts for Elementary School Teachers | 3.00 |
| PSY 330 | Foundations of Developmental Psychology: Infancy and Childhood | 3.00 |
| EDU 203 | Introduction to Special Education | 3.00 |
| EDU 206 | Classroom Learning Environment | 3.00 |
| EDU 214 | Preparing Teachers to Use Technology | 3.00 |
| EDU 220 | Principles Of Educational Psychology | 3.00 |
| EDRL 471 | Theory and Practice for Academic English Language Development | 3.00 |
| EDRL 474 | Methods and Curriculum for Teaching English Language | 3.00 |
| EDRL 475 | Assessment and Evaluation English Language Learners | 3.00 |
| EDSP 432 | Parent Involvement and Family Engagement for Students with/without Disabilities | 3.00 |
| EDSP 455 | Assistive Technology for Individuals with Disabilities | 3.00 |
| EDSP 464 | Intensification of Instruction Through Multi-Tiered Systems of Support | 3.00 |
The following courses require program admission:
| EDEL 433 | Teaching Elementary School Math | 3.00 |
| EDRL 435 | Reading Theory | 3.00 |
| EDRL 437 | Teaching Reading | 3.00 |
| EDRL 477 | Policies, Critical Issues and Best Practices for ELLS - Practicum | 3.00 |
| EDSP 414 | Career Education for Students with Disabilities | 3.00 |
| EDSP 431 | Legal Aspects of Special Education | 3.00 |
| EDSP 441 | Characteristics and Inclusive Strategies for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities | 3.00 |
| EDSP 443 | Special Education Curriculum: General Methods | 3.00 |
| EDSP 445 | Characteristics of Students with Autism | 3.00 |
| EDSP 446 | Curriculum and Methods for Teaching Students with Autism | 3.00 |
| EDSP 452 | Assessment for Special Education Teachers | 3.00 |
| EDSP 453 | Behavior Management Techniques for Students with Disabilities | 3.00 |
| SPA 340 | Speech and Language Development | 3.00 |
Student Teaching
| EDSP 493 | Supervised Internship in Special Education | 9.00 - 12.00 |
Summary of credit requirements for the Bachelor of Arts in Special Education with a Concentration in Autism
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Core Curriculum
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31-45
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Major Requirements
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90
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Total Credits
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121
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