Introduction
We
are pleased that you are interested in
the School of Education at the
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens
Point began in 1894 as the Stevens Point
Normal School, whose primary purpose was
to prepare teachers. We have continued
to maintain education as a primary
mission throughout the years. The School
of Education offers certifiable majors
in Early Childhood and Elementary
Education and a major and minor in
Exceptional Education. Secondary and
K-12 certification are also available in
a variety of academic areas. Students
can choose between majors and minors in
over thirty different areas.
Why Study Education at UW-Stevens Point?
The
programs offered by the School of
Education are fully accredited by the
Wisconsin Department of Public
Instruction as well as the North Central
Association of Secondary Schools and
Colleges. The faculty in the School of
Education are dedicated to providing you
with the newest innovations in teaching
methods and technology. We strongly
believe that teacher candidates should
have frequent experiences in classrooms
and we strive to provide this
opportunity in all phases of the teacher
preparation program. Advisors are also
available to provide assistance to you
throughout your studies. We hope you
will take advantage of all that the
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
School of Education program has to offer
and that you enjoy your time with us.
High School Preparation
To
prepare for the School of Education
program, high school students should
focus on courses in child development,
language arts, biology,
chemistry/physics/astronomy,
geography/geology, mathematics,
psychology, and U.S. government.
Employment Opportunities
The
quality of the School of Education
program is reflected in our success with
placing graduates in educational
positions. A variety of classroom
experiences, educational organizations
and volunteer programs are available,
further helping a student to qualify for
higher, permanent positions after
graduating.
Department Features
The
School of Education has an excellent
faculty of eighteen professional
educators. Each has earned a doctorate
in a specialty area and all are
experienced teachers who bring together
a wide range of experiences at all grade
levels. These dedicated professionals,
all with deep concern for their
students, strive to design and revise
programs to meet the needs of the future
educator.
Admission to Professional Education
The
School of Education has two deadlines
per year for admission to the
Professional Education Program.
Enrollment caps are in effect for all
majors and many minors. Students apply
to the program after completing 40
credits, at which time all requirements
must be met. It is recommended that
students begin taking tests after 26
credits are completed and at least 4-6
months prior to application.
Sample Program of Study for the Teacher
of Students with Exceptional Educational
Needs Minor
- Cognitive Disabilities, Emotional
Disturbance, or Learning Disabilities
Options
Certification: Cognitive Disabilities
(CD), Emotional Disturbance (ED), or
Learning Disabilities (LD), ages 6-13 or
10-21 depending upon initial teaching
license.
Areas A, B and C must be
completed for licensure. Note: "P" in
front of a course indicates admission to
the Professional Education Program is
required. Some courses are blocked
together and must be taken in sequence.
Area A - Professional Education
- Completion of certification in
Early childhood, Elementary or
Secondary Education AND
a baccalaureate degree.
- Psychology 260 (3 credits) or
Human Development 261 or 265 (3
credits)
- P - Education 309 (3 credits -
if seeking elementary)
- P - Education 386 (3 credits -
if seeking secondary)
- P - Education 351 (3 credits)
- P - Education 381 (3 credits)
- P - Education 383 (3 credits)
- Methods courses for
instructional areas
- P - Education 398 - Student
teaching for initial certification
in major
- P - Education 398 - Student
teaching in area of specialization
(6 credits)
- P - Education 400 (1-2 credits
with student teaching)
Area B - General Exceptional
Education (15 credits)
- P - Communicative Disorders 367
(3 credits, spring only)
- P - Education 356 (3 credits)
- P - Education 362 (3 credits)
- P - Education 368 (3 credits)
- P - Education 378 (3 credits)
Area C - Areas of Specialization
- Cognitive Disabilities
- P - Education 364 (3
credits)
- P - Education 369 (3
credits)
- Emotional Disturbance
- P - Education 364 (3
credits)
- P - Education 369 (3
credits)
- Learning Disabilities
- P - Education 310 (3
credits)
- P - Education 364 (3
credits)
- P - Education 369 (3
credits)
- P - Education 368 (3 credits)
- P - Education 378 (3 credits)
Sample Program of Study for the Teacher
of Students with Early Childhood Special
Education Minor
This minor is available for ECE majors
only, as an add-on after graduation.
Certification: ECSE - Birth through 8
years. Certified elementary teachers may
complete a special summer program.
Note: a "P" in front of a course
indicates admission to the Professional
Education program is required. Courses
are blocked together and must be taken
in sequence.
- Completion of certification in
Early Childhood, Elementary or
Exceptional Education
- Psychology 260 or Human
Development 261 or 265 Child
Development (3 credits)
- P - Education 351 Teaching
Children and Youth with Exceptional
Needs in the Regular Classroom (3
credits)
- P - Early Childhood Education
364/564 Curriculum and Methods for
Teaching Students with Exceptional
Educational Needs (3 credits -
Spring) - Students seeking the ECE
major in addition to this minor are
not required to take this class.
- P - Education 365/565
Identification and Assessment of
Young Children with Disabilities (3
credits)*
- P - Education 366/566 Methods in
Teaching Young Children with
Disabilities (3 credits)*
- P - Education 367/567 Current
Issues and Program Strategies for
Young Children with Disabilities (3
credits)*
- P - Education 378/778 Parent,
Home, and Agency Involvement in
Educating Children and Youth with
Disabilities (3 credits) - Students
seeking the ECE major in addition to
this minor are not required to take
this class.
- P - Education 398/781 Student
Teaching - ECSE (6 credits)
*Offered every three semesters
