BSc in Education - Special Education in Albuquerque United States | University of New Mexico

New federal regulations in both special and general education emphasize building inclusive school environments where students of all abilities learn side by side. These requirements call for highly skilled educators. Our Dual Licensure Program in Special Education equips future teachers to meet this critical need.

The Special Education Dual License Program operates on the principle that every child deserves full participation in school life. This program trains educators to support diverse learners through proven teaching methods by offering:

Varied instructional opportunities
Personalized guidance from UNM's expert supervisors
Practical, experience-driven coursework
Supportive professors with current classroom expertise
Continuous faculty advising from admission through degree completion
Our cutting-edge program stands among the nation's best at preparing teachers for all educational environments. Over two years, students complete dual majors in special and elementary education while gaining hands-on classroom experience and research-backed teaching techniques. Graduates qualify for New Mexico teaching licenses in special education (PreK-12) and elementary education (K-8).