Special Education Minor

The Special Education Minor provides undergraduate students with coursework on instructional practices to support the achievement of students with special education needs.

Important update: October 23, 2009

There are  substantial changes in process with the Special Education Minor. These changes will allow greater flexibility for students with respect to scheduling, and allow the SPLED minor to accept a greater number of interested students. Please note, the process of formal approval for the requested changes to the SPLED minor may take a substantial period of time. While the proposed changes are under review, we will submit petitions on an individual basis for the use of selected special education and disability-related  courses to count towards the minor, so that students can continue to participate in the SPLED minor while the changes are under review.

Please email the SPLED Minor Advisor at DBM2@PSU.EDU to request additional information.  Please put "SPLED Minor" in your subject line.

Requirements for the Minor

A total of 18 credits in identified classes (in addition to the prerequisites listed below) is required for the minor. Please contact Dr. David McNaughton at DBM2@PSU.EDU for information on appropriate coursework.

The special education minor also has the following prerequisites: Educational Psychology 14 (3), Educational Theory and Policy 115 (3), Math 200 (3).

Requesting Admission

Before you begin to schedule Special Education Minor coursework you should

• Confirm that you meet all Admission Requirements

• Email Dr. David McNaughton at DBM2@PSU.EDU to obtain appropriate information on coursework.

• Dr. McNaughton will provide you with additional information regarding the Special Education Minor application procedures that are appropriate for you.