Other Programs and Endorsements - Special Education
University of Alaska Southeast Center for Teacher Education: Special Education Teacher Endorsement
Program Overview
The Special Education Teacher Endorsement program is a culturally responsive program for undergraduate students and practicing teachers. The program focuses on the unique needs of:
- children and youth with disabilities and their families;
- Alaska’s diverse native and non-native populations; and
- Alaska’s remote, rural and Alaska Native communities.
The program consists of seven 3-credit academic courses, a one 3-credit clinical practicum and a 2-credit portfolio development seminar. The program is designed to accommodate undergraduate students and practicing teachers. Courses are offered in the afternoons and evenings and in the summer. Oncampus and distance delivered courses are available. Practicing teachers can complete the program in 12-18 months. Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education students can complete the endorsement as they progress through their 4-year program.
Complete information can be found at the University of Southeast Center for Teacher Education website.
