DZTC-QASE - Education, BS - Special Education, EC- 12

The EC-12 Special Education program extends beyond certification, aiming to mold educators prepared to teach all grade levels in various educational settings emphasizing inclusive practices. Upon graduation, teacher candidates will be prepared to enter the classroom fully certified to instruct students in early childhood through 12th grade and beyond. Teacher candidates will gain expertise in evidence-based teaching methods, collaboration, and creating inclusive classrooms for all students with disabilities, along with knowledge of federal and state policies and ethical practices.

Program Coordinator: Dr. Julie Southward, Phone: 972-338-1141, Email: Julie.Southward@untdallas.edu 

Texas Direct Field of Study Curriculum

In accordance with Texas Education Code, Chapter 61, Section 61.823, if a student completes all the courses in an FOSC and transfers to another Texas public institution of higher education, the FOSC courses transfer as a block and are applied to the student’s selected major. If a student completes the FOSC, the Texas Core Curriculum, and any college or university courses required of all students regardless of major, the student is finished with all the lower-division courses.

If a student transfers with an incomplete FOSC, each completed FOSC course transfers and applies to the to the degree program, and the institution may require the student to complete additional lower-division courses. Courses listed reflect TCCN course numbers.

MATH 1314 – College Algebra

EDUC 1301 – Introduction to the Teaching Profession

EDUC 2301 – Introduction to Special Populations

MATH 1350 – Mathematics for Teachers I

MATH 1351 – Mathematics for Teachers II

Directed Electives for UNT Dallas: Any ACGM course will fulfill directed electives.