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ESE
Programs
 Undergraduate
Degree Program
Undergraduate students in the ESE program complete
a Bachelor of Arts in Education (B.A.E.) or Bachelor of Arts
(B.A.) degree* in Exceptional Student Education that is
designed to prepare students to work with individuals with mild
to moderate learning and behavioral disabilities. Upon
completion of the program, students will be eligible to apply
for a Florida teaching certificate in Exceptional Student
Education with an ESOL endorsement. ESE certification
applies to grades K-12. Individuals certified in ESE are
also eligible to teach in classrooms for students with learning
disabilities, mental handicaps, and emotional/behavioral
disorders.
Masters
Degree Program Under
Revision.
Doctoral
Degree Program
The
doctoral program in ESE is designed to prepare leaders in special
education. Candidates come from diverse backgrounds (special
education teachers, certified behavior analysts, curriculum
specialists, etc.) Our graduates take leadership positions in
colleges and universities, school districts, and community agencies.
In addition to coursework, students work closely with faculty to
conduct and publish research, present at state and national
conferences, develop and teach courses, and prepare proposals for
funding. The program accommodates both full- and part-time students
Out
-of-Field Teacher
Development
Program in ESE
The
Out-of-Field Teacher Development Program is designed to offer
out-of-field teachers the opportunity to learn to teach ESE and
prepare for state certification. The program is presented in a
user-friendly, streamlined fashion, and is available for school
district cohorts. Districts interested in exploring a customized
beginning teacher development and support program should contact the
ESE Department at (561) 297-3280.
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