The Major
Teacher candidates in the MD/SD program learn how to work in settings which serve students with disabilities and their families. The MD/SD certifications focus on children/adults who may have intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and/or complex medical or physical needs. The Winthrop program emphasizes inclusion of students with intellectual and severe disabilities into general education and community settings. Special education graduates are prepared to teach kindergarten through secondary school aged children. In addition to coursework in mental disabilities and severe disabilities, each Special Education major also takes coursework in behavior management and general education methods.
The Program
Accredited through the Council for Exceptional Children
Three certifications in one program!
Students pursuing the Bachelor of Science in Mental Disabilities and Severe Disabilities
will be eligible to meet requirements to be a "highly qualified" teacher in three
certification areasstudents with intellectual disabilities, students with severe disabilities
and Elementary Education. The program focuses on the inclusion of students with disabilities
into general education setting. Special education graduates are prepared to teach
kindergarten through secondary school aged children. In addition to the two certification
areas listed above, each Special Education major graduates with the required coursework
needed for add-on certification in Elementary Education. These credentials will greatly
enhance their employment potential.