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Bachelor of Science in Education — Special Education Collaborative

The Bachelor of Science in Education — Special Education (BSED-SPED) Collaborative prepares students to enter the field of Special Education and address Georgia’s growing need for highly qualified teachers. Through a shared online curriculum offered by the University System of Georgia, students complete coursework focused on evidence-based practices, inclusive instruction, and individualized supports for students with disabilities.

The program leads to certification in Interrelated Special Education (P—12) and prepares graduates to serve students typically educated in interrelated classroom settings. Candidates develop the skills needed to design and implement IEPs, collaborate with general education teachers, and support students with high-incidence disabilities.

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Students enroll through a participating institution, receive local advising and field placement support, and benefit from shared statewide expertise. This collaborative model expands access while strengthening Georgia’s special education teacher pipeline.

How to get started

1

Apply - Apply for admission to your selected USG institution. If you need assistance with this process or with choosing an institution, contact eMajor's Enrollment Navigators.

2

Appointment - Make an appointment with your academic advisor to discuss any steps you may need to take prior to registration. Be sure to take the eMajor Introduction Quiz. It is a prerequisite for all eMajor courses.

3

Register - Register for classes through your chosen home institution.

Curriculum

Courses Credit Hours
IMPACTS Core 42
Lower-Level Field of Study 18
Major Requirements 60
Total Credit Hours 120

The following 5 courses (15 Hours) are an optional pathway to meeting the required 18 Hours in the lower-level field of study.
Offerings will vary by institution.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
EDUC 2120Exploring Socio-Cultural Perspectives on Diversity in Educational Contexts3
EDUC 2130Exploring Learning & Teaching3
EDUC 2140Foundations of Reading3
MATH 2008Foundations of Numbers and Operations3
READ 2230Cognition and Language3

Bachelor of Science in Education — Special Education Course Rotation

Fall

Course Course Title Notes
EDUC 2120Exploring Socio-Cultural Perspectives on Diversity in Educational Contexts
EDUC 2130Exploring Learning & Teaching
EDUC 2140Foundations of Reading
MATH 2008Foundations of Numbers and Operations
READ 2230Cognition and Language
READ 3110Foundations of Reading & Literacy
READ 4110Assessing Reading Development & Instructional Planning
READ 4270Intervention Strategies for Struggling Readers
SPED 3111Foundations in Special Education
SPED 3112Special Education Law, Ethics, and Procedures
SPED 3113Instructional Technology & Accessibility Tools
SPED 3114Collaboration & Consultation in Special Education
SPED 4112Instructional Methods and Transition Planning for 6-12 Learners with Disabilities
SPED 4113Teaching Mathematics to Learners with Disabilities
SPED 4199Practicum II: 6-12 Field Experience

Course Course Title Notes
EDUC 2120Exploring Socio-Cultural Perspectives on Diversity in Educational Contexts
EDUC 2130Exploring Learning & Teaching
EDUC 2140Foundations of Reading
MATH 2008Foundations of Numbers and Operations
READ 2230Cognition and Language
READ 3270Teaching Reading & Writing to Students with Disabilities
SPED 3111Foundations in Special Education
SPED 3271Positive Behavior Management Strategies
SPED 3272Instructional Methods for P-5 Learners with Disabilities
SPED 3273Teaching Social Studies and Science to Learners with Disabilities
SPED 3299Practicum I: P-5 Field Experience
SPED 4111Assessment for Learners with Disabilities
SPED 4299Culminating Residency in Special Education

Participating Institutions

Pending SACSCOC approval



Augusta University logo
Columbus State University logo
Georgia Highlands College logo Pending SACSCOC approval
Georgia Southern University logo
University of North Georgia logo

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