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2017-2018 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Exceptionality and Disability, BAE


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Department of Special Education and Education Leadership, Woodring College of Education

80-85 credits

Introduction

Completion of this major and the required professional education courses results in a BA in Education. Students who complete this major typically seek employment in non-school settings, such as health and human services and non-profit organizations; they do not qualify for a teaching certificate.

Why consider the Exceptionality and Disability Major?

Many professionals work with persons with disabilities in a variety of venues other than schools and do not require the same pedagogical knowledge base expected of special education teachers. However, to effectively advocate for and to work with individuals with disabilities, it is imperative that professionals have a solid background in a variety of topics central to the provision of supports for individuals with disabilities. We, in the Department of Special Education, believe that professionals should support individuals with disabilities in accessing inclusive community opportunities that are available to persons without disabilities. A major in Exceptionality and Disability provides foundational knowledge to professionals who interface across a variety of settings, including school, home, agencies, and community.

 Contact Information

Department Chair
Gail Coulter
Miller Hall 201E
360-650-2667
Gail.Coulter@wwu.edu

Program Advisor
Keith Hyatt
Miller Hall 201C
360-650-2353
Keith.Hyatt@wwu.edu

Teacher Education Admissions
Miller Hall 150
360-650-3313
wce.wwu.edu/admission
 

 Sample Careers

Supported employment provider, supported living supervisor, advocate, community recreation specialist, positions with nonprofit agencies.

 Major/Career Resources

www.wwu.edu/careers/students_choosingamajor.shtml

Admission and Declaration Process

Admission to Western Washington University and admission to the Department of Special Education are required before a student may begin taking courses in education. Requirements include:

  • completion of a minimum of 45 credits (see list of recommended GUR courses),
  • cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher for the last 45 credits,
  • completion of an English composition course, with grade of B- or higher.

Grade Requirements

Students must earn a grade of C (2.0) or better in all coursework.

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