Find out more about Bachelor of Science in Exceptional Student Education / Special Education, Educational Foundations & Policy

Program Details

The online Bachelor of Science in Exceptional Student Education with a concentration in Special Education, Educational Foundations, and Policy focuses on the developmental needs of individuals with special needs. Special needs students require services in a variety of areas and settings during their lives. Students of this online bachelor’s degree program will study personal safety, inclusion, diverse backgrounds, cultural needs, environmental restrictions, and collaboration with parents. This program does not result in teacher certification.

A few of the courses include: 

• Educational needs of students with disabilities
• Teacher and the law
• Secondary classroom management



There are many career opportunities available to graduates, including jobs in music therapy, job coaching, language pathology, law, advocacy, disability coordination, policy compliance, art therapy, and more. Program start dates are in the fall, spring, and summer. The experienced faculty at Florida International University are dedicated to providing quality education and practical experience to students. The online Bachelor of Science in Exceptional Student Education program prepares graduates to successfully work with disabled students in classrooms and other settings.

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