About the App State Online Bachelor of Science in Special Education degree
Special educators make a difference in the lives of children and families. They are curious about how people learn and develop throughout their lifespan. A Special Education degree prepares students to understand human diversity, communicate effectively and develop problem-solving skills that support their success and that of others.
App State’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Special Education degree program prepares future teachers to teach students in grades K-12 who will likely require more significant modifications and adaptations in order to access the general curriculum. You will develop adaptive techniques for students with disabilities and learn to use instructional and assistive technologies to facilitate success.
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Careers
- Special education teacher (various settings: resource, inclusion, self-contained)
- Interventionist / MTSS intervention specialist
- Behavior support specialist
- Assistive technology specialist
- Residential program coordinator
- Academic support specialist
Degree details
Concentrations
- Adapted Curriculum: View course information
- General Curriculum: View course information
(Not every course listed may be delivered to App State Online students, but you will be offered all courses required for the degree.)
Program information
- This online program blends asynchronous coursework (completed on your schedule) with synchronous coursework (set meeting times in an online classroom).
- Classes in this program will be offered on a part-time schedule.
- All App State teacher education programs that lead to initial licensure or a similar credential require multiple field experiences at a North Carolina public school throughout the program, including a full-time internship during the last semester. You will work with the department to select the student teaching location. Learn more about student teaching requirements.
Admission requirements
- Completion of one of the following associate degrees:
- Associate of Arts Degree*
- Associate of Science Degree*
- Associate of Arts in Teacher Preparation
- Associate of Science in Teacher Preparation
*If you have an AA or AS degree, you will need to complete additional coursework prior to
beginning the program. Please talk with your advisor to determine the courses you need or to apply for a waiver, if applicable.
Visit our transfer equivalency course search to see how your previous coursework transfers to the App State Online program.
>If you have previously taken classes at App State and would like to re-enroll, review our Readmissions Requirements.
Program requirements
- All App State teacher education programs that lead to an initial licensure or a similar credential require multiple student teaching experiences at a North Carolina public school throughout the program, including a full-time internship during the last semester of the program.