Special Education Endorsement
The purpose of the endorsement program in special education for Grades P-4 and Grades 4-12 is to provide highly qualified special education teachers for P-12th Grade schools. This program provides a strong focus on language development, assessment, methods, behavior analysis and community collaboration designed to assist students with special needs. Also included is an extensive practicum experience at the P-4 or 4-12 level. This practicum requires candidates to experience working with children in a school setting as well as a non-school setting. The program is designed for students to be a member of a cohort group that will attend a scheduled rotation of classes.
For a complete list of program coursework and exit requirements, please consult the Program of Study.
Licensed teachers who wish to apply to the program should complete the Application for Admission to the College of Education Special Education Endorsement Program and submit it to
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith College of Education
5210 Grand Avenue
Echols Bldg. 113D
Fort Smith, AR 72913-3649
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