Specialized Education Services (SES)

Prepare to support learners, families, and communities through inclusive education, advocacy, and professional practice. SES prepares future educators and service professionals to work with young children, school-age learners with disabilities, and individuals who are Deaf, Deaf-blind, or hard of hearing.

• Support Learners and Families – Build knowledge and skills to help individuals learn, grow, and thrive.
• Teach, Advocate, and Lead – Prepare to make a difference in schools, early childhood settings, and community organizations.
• Connect Learning to Practice – Apply what you learn through field-based and professional experiences.
• Build Skills for Your Future – Develop the expertise, professional competencies, and credentials needed for your career path.

Find Your Path in SES

SES may be a good fit if you want to:

• Support young children and their families in early learning settings.
• Teach and support school-age learners with disabilities.
• Work with Deaf, Deaf-blind, or hard of hearing individuals and communities.
• Pursue teaching, interpreting, advocacy, instructional coaching, or other specialized education careers.

Career Pathways

Depending on your program and required licensure or certification, SES can prepare you for roles such as:

• Early childhood educator (B–K)
• Special education teacher
• Teacher of Deaf and hard of hearing students
• Educational interpreter or advocate
• Instructional coach or education specialist with advanced study