BA in Early Childhood Education and Special Education (Composite) in Logan United States | Utah State University

Graduates of this dual-degree program qualify for two teaching licenses: one in special education and another in early childhood education, covering kindergarten through third grade.
Although preschool teaching doesn't require licensure, this program better equips graduates for preschool environments. The degree broadens career opportunities by enabling graduates to work with children with special needs (ages birth to 5) as well as typical K-3 students. Since most public school classrooms include students with special needs, this degree enhances educators' qualifications to address these students' distinctive learning requirements. Certain states mandate that special education teachers possess a background in early childhood, elementary, or secondary education. Notably, Utah State University's special education program maintains a perfect job placement rate for graduates. This combined program merges coursework from both early childhood and special education majors, providing content expertise through early childhood studies and specialized teaching methods for diverse learners through special education training. Upon completing all major requirements, students earn a degree. For a BA, students must additionally demonstrate proficiency in one or more foreign languages.