Special Education Degree

The special education program at Fisk University prepares students for careers in public schools, private schools, correctional facilities, private learning centers, and mental health facilities. The program focuses on teaching and other educational services to children with special learning needs or disabilities, and that may prepare individuals to function as special education teachers. Program courses include: diagnosing learning disabilities, developing individual education plans, teaching and supervising special education students, special education counseling, and applicable laws and policies. Get more details below including other Tennessee colleges that offer special education degrees.

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Fisk University

Also known as The Hair Academy, LLC

513 West College Street, Fayetteville, TN

Fisk University is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Nashville, TN. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The lower student/teacher ratio and access to faculty is due primarily to the smaller enrollment, about 600 students, maintained by Fisk University.

Areas of study offered at Fisk University include:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Physical Sciences
• English Language And Literature

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Very common exam scores among applicants accepted to Fisk University are between 18 to 24 for the ACT exam, or 1250 to 1613 on the SAT exam. More information from the admissions office can be found at fisk.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $21,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to determine cost. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is around $5,800. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements.

The Fisk University "Bulldogs" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Available sports offered may include but not limited to:

• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Softball (NAIA Division I)
• Tennis (NAIA Division I)
• Volleyball (NAIA Division I)

Career Options for Graduates

Special Education Teachers, Preschool

Description

Teach preschool school subjects to educationally and physically handicapped students. Includes teachers who specialize and work with audibly and visually handicapped students and those who teach basic academic and life processes skills to the mentally impaired.

Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School

Description

Teach elementary school subjects to educationally and physically handicapped students. Includes teachers who specialize and work with audibly and visually handicapped students and those who teach basic academic and life processes skills to the mentally impaired.

Special Education Teachers, Middle School

Description

Teach middle school subjects to educationally and physically handicapped students. Includes teachers who specialize and work with audibly and visually handicapped students and those who teach basic academic and life processes skills to the mentally impaired.

Special Education Teachers, Secondary School

Description

Teach secondary school subjects to educationally and physically handicapped students. Includes teachers who specialize and work with audibly and visually handicapped students and those who teach basic academic and life processes skills to the mentally impaired.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).