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Special Education

Make a difference for all students. Our Bachelor of Science in Special Education program helps you build the skills to teach and support students with disabilities in K–12 classrooms. With hands-on experience and guidance from expert faculty, you’ll learn how to create classrooms where everyone can thrive. Then graduate with the skills to become a licensed special educator. 

Application Deadline

Aug. 11, 2025

Classes Start

Aug. 25, 2025

 

Empower Every Learner

UNCP’s Special Education program equips you to teach K–12 students with mild to moderate disabilities. You’ll learn to support diverse learners through evidence-based strategies, assistive technologies, and effective tools for teaching reading, math, and behavior management.

Courses are offered online and in hybrid formats, with hands-on field experiences built into many classes — so you’ll start applying what you learn in real classrooms early in the program. Upon graduation and successful completion of licensure exams, you’ll be eligible for a North Carolina teaching license in Special Education (General Curriculum). If you're ready to build inclusive classrooms and help all students thrive, this program provides the training to make it happen.

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I intend to take what I have learned here at UNCP with me for the rest of my educational journey to help facilitate learning for a lifetime in classrooms around the world.

Kimberly Fuqua

Special Education Alumni ‘19

Common Careers

  • Special Education Teacher (K–12)
  • Resource or Inclusion Teacher
  • Intervention Specialist
  • Behavior Support Specialist
  • IEP (Individualized Education Program) Coordinator

 

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Life at UNCP

At UNCP, student success doesn’t stop at the classroom door. Explore ways to get involved and find the support you need to thrive.
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Community on Campus

Find your people — and your passions — outside the classroom. UNCP offers dozens of student organizations. From government and Greek life to sports, service groups and creative outlets like campus media. However you want to get involved, there’s a place for you.
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Academic Support

You don’t have to figure it all out on your own. Find everything from tutoring and study groups to one-on-one advising at the Center for Student Success. We’re here to help you stay on track and succeed — every step of the way.

 

 

Have questions?

Our Admission's counselors are here to help!.

or call us at 910.521.6262

 

 

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Keri Sullivan

Assistant Professor of Special Education


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The Educator Preparation Program is fully accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and leads to initial licensure in North Carolina.