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Intervention Specialist (Special Education) (BSE)

Build Your Expertise in Special Education Law and Practice

Through the Bachelor of Science in Education (BSE) in Intervention Specialist Education program in the Department of Teacher Education at the University of Dayton, you'll prepare to teach students with mild to intense disabilities from Kindergarten through 12th grade. This comprehensive four-year program combines coursework in development, collaboration, content, law and instructional practices. Upon completion, you'll earn two Ohio teaching licenses: Intervention Specialist Mild to Moderate K-12 and Intervention Specialist Moderate to Intense K-12.

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Nationally Recognized

by the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)

96% first-time pass

rate for Ohio Resident Educator license

About the Intervention Specialist (Special Education) (BSE) Program

Why study intervention specialist education at UD?

Many students choose the intervention specialist program because they personally benefitted from these services while in school; they are close to someone else who did; or they are motivated by equity and inclusion, ensuring all children have access to an education where they can learn and thrive.

Flexible Program

The program offers flexibility to add additional credentials to your teaching license, allowing you to enhance your expertise and resume. Many students choose to minor in disability studies or social work or add a certificate in dyslexia.

Practical Experience

Your education includes on-campus lecture-style courses combined with hands-on application alongside your peers.

Classroom observation and field experience begin during year one and continue during years two and three. During year four, you'll participate in student teaching. This full-time teaching experience includes supervision and evaluation to assist you in your continued growth and development as an educator.

By the time you graduate, you'll have 800+ hours of experience in local schools — double the State of Ohio's minimum requirement.

Nationally Recognized Program

UD's intervention specialist program is Nationally Recognized by the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC).

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How do I apply to the intervention specialist education program?

At the University of Dayton, applying is free and test scores are optional. When you apply, you'll automatically be considered for a merit scholarship.

Learn about our admission process, then apply using UD's application or the Common App.

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What is the tuition cost and is financial aid available?

Rooted in our Catholic, Marianist traditions, the University of Dayton is dedicated to being transparent and ensuring student success. And with high graduation and success rates, UD is an excellent value.

To help you cover your costs, a variety of scholarships, grants, loans and part-time student work are available. The University also accepts transfer credits and credit by exam for undergraduates, giving you more flexibility to add a double major or participate in a transformational experience like study abroad or co-op.

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Intervention Specialist (Special Education) (BSE) Degree Requirements and Information
Requirements

The Bachelor of Science in Education, Intervention Specialist degree requires a total of at least 124 credit hours. This degree also includes requirements from our flexible undergraduate curriculum, known as the Common Academic Program (CAP).

About the Degree

From year one, undergraduate students are in one of our partnering local schools, logging observation hours as part of their coursework and exposure to the profession of teaching. Field-based experience continues during years two and three. The field experiences in the first 3 years gives students well over 100 hours of learning in the field. Student teaching (internship) takes place during year four, which is over 600 hours in a gradual release model.

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Sample Plan of Study

This is a sample plan of study for students starting at UD in the 2026-27 academic year. This is a recommended course sequence, but your schedule may vary depending on previously earned college credits, course availability, advisor recommendations and your personal goals and interests. Please contact the recruitment and admission team (prospective students) or your holistic advisor (current students) with questions.

Semester 1
  • EDT 101 – Introduction to the University
    1
  • EDT 109 – Personal Aspects of Teaching
    3
  • HUM 101 – Chaminade Seminar: Reading and Responding to the Signs of the Times
    3
  • MTH 204 – Mathematical Concepts I
    3
  • CAP Natural Science
    3
  • CAP Natural Science Lab
    1
  • Total Credit Hours 14
Semester 2
  • EDT 110 – The Profession of Teaching
    3
  • EDT 110L – The Profession of Teaching Laboratory
    0
  • HUM 102 – Marie Thérèse Seminar: Human Dignity and the Common Good
    3
  • MTH 205 – Mathematical Concepts II
    3
  • CAP Arts
    3
  • CAP Social Science
    3
  • Total Credit Hours 15
Semester 3
  • EDT 207 – Child and Adolescent in Education
    3
  • EDT 207L – Child and Adolescent in Education Laboratory
    0
  • EDT 305 – Philosophy and History of American Education
    3
  • CAP Advanced Religion/Faith Traditions
    3
  • ENG 200 – Writing Seminar II
    3
  • Elective
    3
  • Total Credit Hours 15
Semester 4
  • EDT 341 – Language Development, English Language Learners and Emergent Literacy
    3
  • EDT 343 – Introduction to Education of Learners with Mild to Moderate Learning Needs
    3
  • EDT 343L – Introduction to Education of Learners with Mild to Moderate Learning Needs
    0
  • EDT 450 – Phonological Awareness, Phonics, and Fluency
    3
  • EDT 315 OR 408 – 315: Introduction to Learners with Moderate to Intense Disabilities; 408: Instructional Strategies: Moderate/Intense
    3
  • Elective
    3
  • Total Credit Hours 15
Semester 5
  • EDT 338 – Teaching, Learning and Management
    3
  • EDT 338L – Teaching, Learning and Management Laboratory
    0
  • EDT 340 – Educating Diverse Student Populations in Inclusive Settings
    3
  • EDT 340L – Educating Diverse Student Populations in Inclusive Settings Laboratory
    0
  • EDT 480 – Community Involvement and Transition Readiness
    3
  • EDT 350 – Foundations of Literacy through Literature
    3
  • EDT 467 – Advanced Phonics and Multisensory Instruction
    3
  • Elective
    3
  • Total Credit Hours 18
Semester 6
  • EDT 453 – Comprehension, Vocabulary, and Writing across the Content Areas
    3
  • EDT 408 OR 315 – 408: Instructional Strategies: Moderate/Intense; 315: Introduction to Learners with Moderate to Intense Disabilities
    3
  • EDT 482 – Dyslexia Methods Practicum
    3
  • EDT 342 – Behavior Management
    3
  • CAP Advanced History
    3
  • Total Credit Hours 15
Semester 7
  • EDT 442 – Assessment
    3
  • EDT 442L – Intervention Specialist: Assessment Field Internship
    0
  • EDT 443 – Curriculum
    3
  • EDT 454 – Methods of Literacy Assessment, Instruction, and Intervention
    3
  • Electives
    6
  • Total Credit Hours 15
Semester 8
  • EDT 476 – Student Teaching- Intervention Specialist
    12
  • EDT 423 – Middle Childhood/Intervention Specialist Capstone Seminar
    3
  • Total Credit Hours 15

At the University of Dayton, our flexible undergraduate curriculum, known as the Common Academic Program (CAP), encourages you to integrate knowledge — and put it to use.

Wondering how college credits you've already earned (e.g., transfer credit, CCP, AP/IB/CLEP exams) will apply to your undergraduate degree? Use our online Transfer Credit Evaluation tool to find out.

Visit the Academic Catalog for official major requirements, prerequisite(s), course descriptions and more.

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Wondering how college credits you've already earned (e.g., transfer credit, CCP, AP/IB/CLEP exams) will apply to your undergraduate degree? Use our online Transfer Credit Evaluation tool to find out.

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Success After Graduation

Get more than your foot in the door — get ready for success. At our School of Education and Health Sciences, you will have the opportunity to combine classroom and practical learning opportunities like observation and student teaching in a way that allows you to further sharpen your skills. It's a key reason why employers love hiring our students — they can hit the ground running.

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$61,279 average

starting salary for recent UD graduates across all majors

100% success rate

after graduation for the School of Education and Health Sciences

Beyond the Classroom: The UD Intervention Specialist Education Experience

Urban Teacher Academy

Undergraduate certificate program that prepares students who are interested in urban teaching to be culturally competent educators that can understand and respond to the needs and challenges of urban students, families and schools.

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Education Abroad

Summer programs in Ireland, England and Italy offer opportunities to explore museums, churches and schools through the lens of an educator.

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Student Opportunities

Be a part of UD student organizations created especially for teacher education majors. Opportunities include tutoring at local elementary schools, attending teaching conferences (national, state and local) and participating in professional development programs.

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Observation and Field Experience

Through practical learning opportunities like classroom observation and student teaching (internship), you can build your resume, gain practical experience and prepare for a successful career.

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Success is a Journey

At the University of Dayton, you'll have a supportive community dedicated to fueling your success. Through guaranteed, real-world experience, you'll build the skills and confidence needed to be workforce ready.

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