Students who earn a degree in special education also complete the elementary education program and become certified as elementary and special education teachers. Upon completion of the program, they are highly qualified to teach all subjects in general education classrooms, grades K-5; all subjects in self-contained general education classrooms, grades K-8; children with learning disabilities in grades K-12; and a core subject area (their teaching major) in general education classrooms, grades K-8.
For the most up-to-date information in requirements, visit the MSU Registrar’s Office website.
Advising Guide
- Advising Guide (2023 Graduates) — downloadable PDF
- Advising Guide (2024 Graduates) — downloadable PDF
- Advising Guide (2025 Graduates and Beyond) — downloadable PDF