The Exceptional Student Education minor is intended to provide a limited, but substantive experience in the fields of education and exceptional children. The minor does not lead to teacher certification or admission to the College of Community Innovation and Education. The minor is appropriate for students who are seeking an enhanced understanding of education or are considering a career in the fields of education or exceptional education. This minor will strengthen the marketability of the student's major program.
Minor Admission Requirements
- Minimum 2.5 overall GPA
- Complete the University General Education requirements or its equivalent, i.e. an AA degree from an approved Florida College System or State University System institution.
Minor Requirements
- Students must earn a "C" (2.0) in all minor courses.
- Students must choose an elementary, early childhood or secondary focus.
Prerequisite Courses
Degree Requirements
12 Total Credits
- Complete all of the following
- Required Courses
- Complete the following:
- EEX4601 - Introduction to Behavior Management (3)
- EEX4763 - Technology for Classroom Teachers of Students with Special Needs (3)
- EEX3221 - Assessment of Exceptional Students (3)
- EEX4066 - Curriculum, Theory and Instructional Strategies for Students with Special Needs (3)
6 Total Credits
Restricted Electives- Complete 1 of the following
- Choose Early Childhood Restricted Electives OR Elementary Restricted Electives OR Secondary Restricted Electives
- Early Childhood Restricted Electives
- Complete the following:
- EEX3450 - Young Children With Special Needs (3)
- EEX3241 - Methods for Academic Skills for Exceptional Students (3)
- Elementary Restricted Electives
- Complete the following:
- EEX4070 - Teaching Exceptional Students (3)
- EEX3241 - Methods for Academic Skills for Exceptional Students (3)
- Secondary Restricted Electives
- Complete the following:
- EEX4242 - Teaching Exceptional Students in Secondary Settings (3)
- EEX3243 - Techniques for Exceptional Adolescents-Adults (3)
Grand Total Credits: 18
Foreign Language Requirements
Other Requirements
- A minimum GPA of 2.5 in all Gordon Rule classes including ENC 1101, ENC 1102, and two college level math courses, MAC 1105C or higher, are required.
- No credit by exam (CLEP, Military credit) may be used. Transfer credits from other universities will be considered.
- Note: Completion of the minor does not complete the requirements for certification in Exceptional Student Education nor does it constitute admission in the College of Community Innovation and Education.
