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This specialisation equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to teach children with diverse abilities in inclusive settings as well as children in Special Education Schools and Centres. Completion of this specialisation will provide the qualifications necessary for employment in Special Education Schools and Centres.
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On Campus at Mount Lawley
Special Needs Teacher
Completion of this specialisation will provide the qualifications necessary for employment in Special Education Schools and Centres.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| EDU4260 | Transition to Teaching | 15 |
| Plus complete 3 units from the following: | ||
| EDU4220 ^ | Programs and Curricula for Students with High Support Needs | 15 |
| EDU4271 ^ | Managing the Behaviour of Students with Special Educational Needs | 15 |
| EDU4221 ^ | Strategies for Teaching Students with Learning Difficulties and Learning Disabilities | 15 |
| EDU4477 ^ | Direct Instruction and Teaching Effectiveness in Special Education | 15 |
Students may complete EDU4227 Internship as an alternative to the units listed above, with the permission of the Course Coordinator/Associate Dean.
^ Core Option
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
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