Special Education Degree

The special education program at Flagler College – St Augustine 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 Florida colleges that offer special education degrees.

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Flagler College – St Augustine (Flagler)

501 W State St, Jacksonville, FL

Flagler is a nonprofit private institution located in Saint Augustine, FL and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Around 2,800 students enroll at Flagler annually.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Communications And Journalism
• Psychology
• Public Administration And Social Services
• English Language And Literature

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 22 to 26 on the ACT or 1560 to 1760 on the SAT are required to increase your chances for admission. Flagler has an admissions rate of 40 percent of which only 42 percent chose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found through the school's site or by requesting information here.

The cost of tuition is close to $16,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $4,300. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at Flagler College - St Augustine through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)
• Soccer (NCAA Division II)
• Softball (NCAA Division II)

Students can visit the school's flagler.edu to view additional information.

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).