ESE Curriculum - Track A

Track A is a state approved program leading to certification in the State of Florida in Exceptional Student Education (K-12) with Reading and ESOL endorsements. A practicum is required and an Internship may be required if a teaching certificate is not already held.


Exceptional Student Education Courses
EDU 546 Reading in the Content Area 3
EDU 562 ESOL I Linguistics 3
EDU 563 ESOL II Methods of Teaching and Testing/Evaluation 3
EDU 602 Foundations in Reading 3
EDU 620 Introduction to Special Education 3
EDU 633 Theories and Methods for SLD/EH 3
EDU 634 Theories and Methods for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities 3
EDU 640 Managing Students with Exceptionality 3
EDU 646 Assessment for ESE: Evaluation, Interpretation and Placement 3
EDU 653 Collaborating in Inclusive Settings 3
EDU 656 Transition Planning for Students with Exceptionality 3
EDU 672 Instructional Design for ESE 3
EDU 674 Practicum in ESE: Action Research in the Classroom 3
EDU 580 Internship (if needed)
Total Semester Hours 39 - 42


Present passing scores on the Florida Teacher Certification Examinations (FTCE): General Knowledge Test; Professional Education Test; and Subject Area Exam in Exceptional Student Ed K-12