Special Education N-12 with Teaching Certification PreK-12 (B.S.)

Program Overview

The PreK-4 and Special Education Dual Certification Program prepares students to teach regular education in elementary classrooms or to serve as special education teachers. Students who complete the program are eligible for Pennsylvania Instructional I teacher certification in PreK-4 and Special Education (PreK-12). Students who pursue Special Education certification must complete the dual certification program, majoring in Education with Prek-4 Teaching Certification. Completing the Special Education program satisfies the Disciplinary Focus requirement for the major. To be eligible for the Special Education certification program, students must meet all the requirements for admission to the Teacher Education Program (TEP). In addition to satisfying all TEP admissions procedures and requirements, students who wish to pursue the SPED dual certification program must take Introduction to Special Education (EDSP 207), with a GPA of 3.0 (grade of B) or better. 

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates from Messiah’s Education program can:

1. Integrate sociocultural and developmental understanding toward high expectations for learners with disabilities.

2. Design evidence-based supports and interventions to promote social, emotional, and behavioral well-being.

3. Individualize learning progression and adaptations across content and curricula.

4. Use multiple methods of assessment in making educational decisions.

5. Implement evidence-based interventions and adaptations to advance learning.

6. Integrate faith, identity, and vocational calling with standards of ethical practice.

7. Collaborate to serve and seek justice for learners with disabilities.

Major Requirements

Complete the following for your major:

Three credits from the following:

Three credits from the following:

Three credits from the following:

Three credits from the following:

Professional Semester Requirements

General Education Requirements