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Special Education

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Minor

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School of Education & Human Development
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SEHD’s special education minor is an opportunity for undergraduate students to jumpstart their career in teaching special education classes.

What You'll Learn and Do

Begin your journey to become a teacher

The special education minor allows undergraduate students to expand their understanding of special education methods while they pursue a main course of study. The range of classes available to interested students ensures a holistic foundation for students seeking teaching in a special education setting.

Complement your main field of study

Whether you pursue a curriculum and instruction major in the School of Education and Human Development or a more general field from the College of Arts and Sciences, the special education minor will give students a competitive edge when applying to graduate school or a professional position.

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How Hands-On Fieldwork Shapes Our Students to Become Exceptional Teachers

Fairfield’s School of Education and Human Development is committed to preparing the next generation of educators and mental health professionals for success in constantly evolving and increasingly complex landscapes.

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Course Requirements

Special Education Minor

18 credits

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Undergraduate Admission
admis@fairfield.edu
(203) 254-4100

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