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2026-2027 Catalog

Special Education Concentration

The Special Education Concentration is a pathway that results in an endorsement recommendation to the Oregon Teachers Standards and Practices Commission. To complete the concentration and obtain the endorsement complete the following in addition to your Education, Elementary Teaching Preparation.

Core Courses

SPED 421 Assessment and Evaluation in Special Education Credits: 4
SPED 423 Behavior Supports Credits: 4
Complete SPED 423 in place of ED 450 in Initial Licensure requirements.
SPED 424 Inclusive Practices: Methods for Supporting Exceptional Learners Credits: 4
SPED 446 Law and Special Education Credits: 4
SPED 448 Special Education Practicum Credits: 1-3 Credits: 3

Total Credits: 19