Special Education Degree

The special education program at Hebrew Theological 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 Illinois colleges that offer special education degrees.

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Hebrew Theological College

5460 U.S. Highway 34, Oswego, IL

Hebrew Theological College is a Jewish seminary located in Skokie that offers education pathways for faith inspired students, providing training and education for interested individuals seeking to become rabbis. This school enrolls around 500 students per year, which can provide a great learning environment for students. HTC offers several programs for students to choose from. Listed below are the programs with more popularity among students:

• Jewish Studies
• Data Entry and Microcomputer Applications
• Commerce
• Health Services
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are most often required to submit an application, transcripts, as well as any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Very common test scores among applicants admitted to HTC are between 20 - 26 for the ACT exam, or 1380 - 1730 on the SAT exam.

Hebrew Theological College also provides student services in the form of career guidance for students that may require additional help and help with employment options for students.

This school's tuition is around $21,000 per year for undergraduate programs and close to $11,000 for graduate level programs, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's price of attendance calculator to determine cost. Living quarters may be offered for students that would like to live on-campus for around a cost of $3,500 per year. Some students at this school may qualify for financial assistance, which is typically provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Hebrew Theological College has been accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission since 1995. To see more and get consumer disclosures, you can visit htc.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).