Education of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (P-12), Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Program Requirements
CIP Code: 13.1003
Major
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| University Graduation Requirements | ||
| General Education | 36 | |
| Student Success Seminar | ||
| GSD 101 | Foundations of Learning | 3 |
| Upper division courses (42 hrs. distributed throughout Major/Supporting/Gen Ed/Free Electives categories) | ||
| Major Requirements | ||
| Core Courses | ||
| SED 260 | Language and Speech Disorders of Exceptional Children | 3 |
| SED 318 | Special Education in Early Childhood | 3 |
| SED 337 | Education of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing | 3 |
| SED 375 | Practicum in Special Education | 3 |
| SED 445 | IEP Transition and Professional Roles in Special Education | 3 |
| SED 538 | Language of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing | 3 |
| SED 580 | Audiology for Teachers of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing | 3 |
| SED 581 | Speech for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing | 3 |
| Professional Education Requirements | ||
| EDC 300 | Differentiation in Inclusive Classrooms | 3 |
| EDF 203 | Educational Foundations | 3 |
| EDF 204 | Emerging Instructional Technologies | 2 |
| or SED 270 | Assistive Technology/Strategies | |
| EDF 219 | Human Development and Learning | 3 |
| EMS 300 | Curriculum and Instructional Design | 3 |
| EMS 490 | Classroom & Behavior Management | 3 |
| or SED 390 | Applied Behavior Analysis | |
| SED 104 | Special Education Introduction (Element 6) G | 3 |
| SED 450 | Assessment and Methods for Deaf and Hard of Hearing | 3 |
| or EDF 413 | Assessment in Education | |
| Clinical Experiences: | ||
| CED 100 | Clinical I: Introduction to the Education Profession | 0.5 |
| CED 200 | Clinical II: Understanding the Learner | 0.5 |
| CED 300 | Clinical III: Curriculum and Instructional Design | 0.5 |
| CED 400 | Clinical IV: Diagnosis and Prescription | 0.5 |
| CED 450 | Clinical V: Practicing Teaching | 1 |
| CED 499 | Clinical VI: The Professional Semester | 9 |
| Concentrations | ||
| Students must select one of the following Concentrations: | 33-46 | |
Elementary Education (P-5) | ||
Middle Grade Education (5-9) | ||
| Exit Requirements | ||
| PRAXIS Examination: | ||
| Students must register for and take the PRAXIS exam which correlates to their degree program, per College of Education requirements. Refer to Degree Works for exam details. The PRAXIS exam must be taken prior to student teaching. | ||
| Total Hours | 131-144 | |
- G
Course also satisfies a General Education element. Hours are included within the 36 hr. General Education requirement above.
Elementary Education (P-5) Concentration
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration Courses | ||
| ELE 103 | Creative Thinking through Performance and Visual Arts | 3 |
| ELE 201 | Practical Living | 2 |
| ELE 420 | Professional Growth Seminar | 1 |
| ELE 421 | Advanced Math Pedag & Assess | 2 |
| ELE 422 | Advanced Language Arts Pedagogy and Assessment | 2 |
| ELE 423 | Advanced Social Studies Pedagogy and Assessment | 2 |
| ELE 424 | Advanced Science Pedagogy and Assessment | 2 |
| ELE 475 | Diagnosing & Remediating reading Difficulties | 3 |
| EME 301 | Mathematical Concepts for P-9 III | 3 |
| or MAE 302 | Mathematical Concepts for P-9 III | |
| EME 313 | Interdisciplinary Approach to Social Studies Teaching | 2 |
| LIB 301 | Children's Literature and Related Materials | 3 |
| Supporting Course Requirements | ||
| Choose from 21 hours of the following: | 21 | |
| American Sign Language I (Element 6) G | ||
| American Sign Language II (Element 6) G | ||
| American Sign Language III | ||
| Social Science: | ||
Element 5A and 5B G | ||
| American Civilization to 1877 | ||
or HON 312 | Honors Seminar in the Social and Behavioral Sciences:___ | |
| Introduction to American Government | ||
| English: | ||
Element 3B G | ||
| Enjoying Literature | ||
or ENG 211 | Survey of World Literature I | |
or ENG 212 | Survey of World Literature II | |
| Advanced Composition for Teachers | ||
| Teaching Grammar and Punctuation P-8 | ||
or ENG 410 | Grammar, Traditional and Modern | |
| Sciences/Engineering: | ||
| Inquiry Biology for Teachers (Element 4) G | ||
| Earth Science for Teachers (Element 4) G | ||
| Inquiry Physical Science for Elementary Teachers | ||
or PHY 104 | Inquiry Physical Science for Elementary Teachers | |
| Engineering in Classroom Context | ||
or TEC 314 | Engineering in Classroom Context | |
| Mathematics: | ||
| Algebra with Applications (MAT 112 or higher; Element 2) G | ||
| Algebra: Polynomials and Algebra: Functions & Matrices | ||
| Mathematical Concepts for P-9 I | ||
| Mathematical Concepts for P-9 II | ||
| Total Hours | 46 | |
- G
Course also satisfies a General Education element. Hours are included within the 36 hr. General Education requirement above.
Middle Grade Education (5-9) Concentration
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration Courses | ||
| EMG 447 | Disciplinary Literacy in the Middle Grades | 3 |
| Choose from one of the following: | 3 | |
| Mathematics in the Middle Grades | ||
| Science in the Middle Grades | ||
| Social Studies in the Middle Grades | ||
| English and Communication in the Middle Grades | ||
| Supporting Course Requirements | ||
| American Sign Language I (Element 6) G | ||
| American Sign Language II (Element 6) G | ||
| ASL 201 | American Sign Language III | 3 |
| MAE 201 | Mathematical Concepts for P-9 I | 3 |
| MAE 202 | Mathematical Concepts for P-9 II | 3 |
| EME 301 | Mathematical Concepts for P-9 III | 3 |
| or MAE 302 | Mathematical Concepts for P-9 III | |
| Area of Emphasis | ||
| Candidates seeking middle grade (5-9) certification must select one area of emphasis from the following: 1 | 15-21 | |
English and Communications | ||
Mathematics | ||
Science | ||
Social Studies | ||
| Total Hours | 33-39 | |
In order to receive certification in Hearing Impaired with Sign Proficiency candidates must be admitted to that program and pass the American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI).
PRAXIS Disclaimer: Kentucky educator certification requirements are subject to change. Before registering for the test(s), please check the Education Professional Standards Board website at www.epsb.ky.gov for current test requirements and current cut scores. You may also contact the Division of Certification at (502)-564-5846.
PRAXIS Disclaimer: Kentucky educator certification requirements are subject to change. Before registering for the test(s), please check the Education Professional Standards Board website at www.epsb.ky.gov for current test requirements and current cut scores. You may also contact the Division of Certification at (502)-564-5846.