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Special Education

Make a difference in the lives of students with disabilities. EIU's Special Education program prepares you for Illinois licensure, with options for early childhood or K-12 and dual certification paths in elementary or secondary education.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Science in Education
Delivery
In Person
Credit Hours
33 Total, 33 in Major
Careers
Preschool, Kindergarten, School
Special Education students at EIU

Why Study Special Education at EIU?

  • Learn through hands-on, project-based coursework
  • Work closely with faculty in small class settings
  • Prepare for a wide range of careers across almost every industry
"I didn't expect to get real experience this early, but by my sophomore year I was already working on projects that felt like actual marketing work. It made me feel confident that I'm ready for what comes next."
Alex Wilcoxon
Marketing | Junior
Alex Wilcoxon, Marketing at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Project-based coursework
  • Collaborative learning experiences
  • Opportunities for internships and applied work
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Hands-On Experience, Special Education students at EIU

What You'll Learn

Special Education prepares you to teach and support students with disabilities, and it is a rewarding fit if you are patient, adaptable and committed to helping every learner succeed. You choose between the Early Childhood option (birth to 3) and the Standard Special Education option (K-12), and you can add dual certification in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education (K-9) or Secondary Education (6-12).

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$47,566
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Special Education Teachers, Preschool
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  • Special Education Teachers, Secondary…
  • Adapted Physical Education Specialists
  • Teaching Assistants, Special Education

Career Insights

Job Outlook Average Outlook
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Social

Connect With Us

Cori M. More
Associate Professor, Assistant Chair (SPE)
cmmore@eiu.edu
1212 Buzzard Hall
217-581-7918
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Jill Rennels-Hutti
Interim Dean, College of Education, Health & Human Services
jrrennelshutti@eiu.edu
1423
217-581-6348
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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