Special Education Degree

The special education program at Randolph College 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 Virginia colleges that offer special education degrees.

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Randolph College (Randolph)

204 Henry St, Ashland, VA

Randolph College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Lynchburg, Virginia, which is a predominantly urban area. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. The school enrolls 520 students annually, allowing for greater access to faculty.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Randolph College offers:

• History
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Social Sciences
• Psychology
• Mathematics And Statistics

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 970 - 1240 for the SAT exam and within the range of 20 - 26 on the ACT is typical among students admitted to this school. Randolph College admits roughly 70% of applicants annually. Of those admitted, around 25% of students attended the school. More information on admissions can be found here.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $33,000 per year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's net price calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Some students at Randolph College may qualify for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.

Randolph College offers several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include the following:

• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)
• Softball (NCAA Division III)
• Tennis (NCAA Division III)

Students who would like to learn more about Randolph College can visit their website at randolphcollege.edu.

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).