Post Baccalaureate in Special Education

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The Post Baccalaureate in Special Education (PB-SPED), a 33-credit program, is offered through the Department of Special Education to those with a Bachelor degree in any field who desire to be licensed as a teacher in special education.

• Students may teach in a special education setting while in the program
• All coursework, other than field, will be held in the evening
• The majority of coursework is completed in one year, followed by a yearlong internship or one semester of student teaching.
• Students may complete the program with a cohort group schedule or take the courses on an extended schedule.

There are two program strands offered, Mild/Moderate or Severe disabilities.

• Mild/Moderate Disabilites program is for those who desire to teach students with high incidence disabilities (e.g., learning disabilities, ADHD, mild/moderate mental retardation or emotional disturbance).
• Severe Disabilities/Autism program is for those who desire to teach students with low incidence disabilities (e.g., severe mental retardation, autism, multiple impairments).

Upon successful completion of this program and upon meeting the Hawaii Department of Education PRAXIS requirements, students can apply for licensure in special education. Participants receive a Post Baccalaureate Certificate in Special Education from the University of Hawaii.
 
The PB-SPED program may serve as a ladder for students who later wish to earn a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education. For an additional 16 credits, the students will be able to complete the M.Ed. degree in mild/moderate disabilities, severe disabilities, or Interdisciplinary studies.