Watson School of Education Department of Specialty Studies
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Department Chair
Dr. James Applefield
(910) 962-3356 Phone
(910) 962-3988 Fax
applefieldj@uncw.edu


Department of Early Childhood and Special Education
Watson School of Education
UNCW
601 South College Road
Wilmington, NC 28403



Degrees & Licensure


Undergraduate Degree Programs



Licensure Programs

Students who have previously earned degrees (including lateral entry teachers) may earn licensure in any of the above areas by completing required courses as determined by an advisor.

Checklist for Completing Licensure Requirements:
http://www.uncw.edu/ed/deglicenpdfs/checklicensure.pdf


Graduate Degree Programs


Master of Education (M.Ed.)

The graduate program in special education reflects the special education licensing system in North Carolina. The specialized advanced licenses assure continued professional development and progress in the multidisciplinary assessment, identification, and treatment of students with specific disabilities. The advanced licenses build on the initial licenses (General Curriculum and Adapted Curriculum). The three graduate categorical tracks lead to licensure in Behavioral/Emotional Disabilities, Mental Disabilities, and Specific Learning Disabilities. The two specializations in reading and autism allow students to enhance their expertise in areas related to their tracks.