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Code SPAAQD

Special Education Specialisation

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Why study at ECU?

About this Specialisation

This specialisation equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to teach children with diverse abilities in inclusive settings as well as children in Special Education Schools and Centres.

Completion of this specialisation will provide the qualifications necessary for employment in Special Education Schools and Centres.

Code SPAAQD

Availability & Campus

Location Availability
Joondalup
Mount Lawley
South West
Online
= Available

Details

Structure

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
EDU4260Transition to Teaching15
Plus complete 3 units from the following:
EDU4220 ^Programs and Curricula for Students with High Support Needs15
EDU4271 ^Managing the Behaviour of Students with Special Educational Needs15
EDU4221 ^Strategies for Teaching Students with Learning Difficulties and Learning Disabilities15
EDU4477 ^Direct Instruction and Teaching Effectiveness in Special Education15

Students may complete EDU4227 Internship as an alternative to the units listed above, with the permission of the Course Coordinator/Associate Dean.

^ Core Option

For more detailed unit information for this Specialisation take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.

Student handbook

Career Opportunities

Employment opportunities

Completion of this specialisation will provide the qualifications necessary for employment in Special Education Schools and Centres.

Possible future job titles

Special Needs Teacher

This Specialisation can be studied in the following courses

Experiences

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Course Entry

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