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Special Education
Shape Young Minds: Specialize in Supporting Students with High-Incidence Disabilities (PK-12).
Special Education – Certificate Program for All Teacher Education Majors
As part of a 4-year degree, teacher education students at MSU-Bozeman can take classes to enhance their ability to teach all students effectively. By adding one class per semester, students can complete the requirements for a special education teaching certificate.
This program is open to all MSU teacher education majors and provides eligibility to apply for a PK-12 special education teaching license upon successful completion of the 24-credit curriculum. Students will gain hands-on practice in local schools, working with diverse learners and applying evidence-based strategies. Coursework includes innovative practices in behavior management, collaboration and transition, special education teaching methods, assessment, and more.
For more information, contact Dr. Leslie Rogers at leslie.rogers1@montana.edu.
University of the Yellowstone™
Montana State students make the surrounding Yellowstone ecosystem their classroom,
laboratory and playground.
America Reads & America Counts
Elementary Education students tutor kids in local schools, helping to enhance their
primary-level reading and math skills through the America Reads and America Counts
programs.
Unique Opportunities
At Montana State, undergraduates are offered hands-on experiences in labs, studios,
teaching farms and in the surrounding wilderness.
Career Resources
Within their first year of graduation, more than 96% of Montana State graduates are employed, continuing their education or not seeking employment, and career guidance website Zippia consistently ranks MSU as the #1 school in the state where alumni are most likely to land jobs.
Career Coaching & Professional Skills Studio
Professional career coaches help students with their career exploration, employer networking opportunities and job or internship searches. They also critique resumes and help students practice job interviews. Additionally, the Allen Yarnell Center for Student Success offers free workshops for students to develop the professional communication and collaboration skills that are highly sought after by employers.
Careers
Special Education Teaching students at Montana State University go into careers such as:
- Elementary School Teaching
- Middle School Teaching
- Special Education Aide
- Educational Advocate
To explore more career possibilities, the Allen Yarnell Center for Student Success has a variety of tools available [BROKEN LINK] , including self-assessment and working with career coaches.