Want to Learn More?
We see you making a difference in the lives of children with a bachelor of science in Special Education. This evening degree program prepares students to deliver exceptional teaching to special needs students from grades PreK-12.
The demand for skilled Special Education teachers continues to increase. At Cedar Crest, we help prepare students to meet this demand head-on by learning to be culturally responsive teachers, to instruct with appropriate pedagogical strategies to meet the needs of special education students and to become collaborative members of an educational team.
Cedar Crest recognizes that adult students have a lot of responsibilities. That’s why we’ve designed this program to be able to be taken through evening classes so you can more easily complete your education with your schedule.
Our distinctive curriculum includes:
- Early and ongoing field experience under the supervision of a college Special Education faculty member and Special Education mentor in the school district
- 14-week student teaching component in the final semester observed on a consistent basis by a faculty member
- The opportunity to transition into our 4+1 M.Ed. program (Undergraduate Women’s College students only); Adult learners can work with their advisor to continue their education in the M.Ed. program.
- A generous transfer credit policy to guarantee your previous academic progress is recognized and utilized.
- The flexibility of evening classes to accommodate your busy schedule and responsibilities.
The Special Education field is a high-need area across the country. Graduates of this program have enjoyed tremendous job placement rates. Learn how to advocate for students with diverse needs both inside and outside the classroom and become a leader in this high-demand field of education.
High-achieving students may be approved to pursue the ESL certificate during their undergraduate years, preparing them with even more marketable skills.
Coming to Cedar Crest with some previous credits under your belt? We see how hard you worked for your previous credits, so that’s why we’ve developed a generous transfer credit policy. Our transfer counselors will help you make sure you can finish strong.
How To Apply
Applying is free and straightforward—because we believe nothing should stand in the way of your dreams!
Dive A Little Deeper
Spring Open House
Upcoming Adult Admissions Events
Cooperative Agreements
We’ve forged relationships with local school districts so that we can guarantee you student-teaching placement with one of our partner schools.
Competitive Tuition
Tuition for Adult Undergraduate and BSN programs are among the most competitive in the Lehigh Valley—because we believe everyone should have access to a quality higher education.
Transfer Credits
We offer one of the most generous transfer credit policies in the Lehigh Valley, and our transfer scholarships make the price of your Cedar Crest education even more affordable.
Accreditation
Cedar Crest College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education; 1007 North Orange Street, 4th Floor, MB #166, Wilmington, DE 19801
Faculty & Staff
Who’s teaching you is as important as the curriculum you choose.
Let’s put a face to some of the names you’ll be seeing on the course listings!
Sarah Fields
Office Manage/Coordinator of Field and Studen
Ivonne Miranda
Assistant Professor, Supervisor of Field & Student Teaching, Director of Graduate Program
- School of Adult and Graduate Education
- sage@cedarcrest.edu
- P: 610-740-3770
- Traditional Admissions
- admissions@cedarcrest.edu
- P: 800-360-1222
- F: 610-740-3780