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Special Education

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Our high-ranking Special Education programs attract students from across the nation who learn how to effectively use high-leverage practices to enhance the learning of individuals with disabilities. The Special Education program offers several degree-granting specializations, as well as licensure- and endorsement-only tracks.

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Degrees and Credentials

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Faculty

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Student Opportunities

There are several Ohio State student organizations focused on serving those with special needs, such as 

There are several opportunities and organizations in special education that align with your research interests and expand on what you learn at Ohio State, including: Association for Behavior Analysis, Association for Positive Behavior Support, Association for Science in Autism Treatment, Division for Emotional Behavioral Health, Council for Learning Disabilities, National Institute for Direct Instruction, Standard Celeration Society, and TASH 

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Licensure Disclosure

Ohio State academic programs are designed to prepare students for licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure and certification at go.osu.edu/onground.

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