Interdisciplinary Educational Studies: Exceptional Learning K-8 Interventionists, B.S.

Exceptional Learning Programs at the University of Tennessee- Chattanooga offers three unique undergraduate degrees and related paths to teacher licensure in the state of Tennessee. Exceptional Learning programs leading to teacher licensure include: Special Education Comprehensive (Grades K-12); Special Education Interventionist (Grades K-8); Special Education Interventionist (Grades 6-12). The Interdisciplinary Educational Studies: Exceptional Learning K-8 Interventionists, Bachelors of Science Degree trains teacher candidates in evidence-based practices for supporting students with mild to moderate disabilities across elementary and middle grades. Candidates who complete Interdisciplinary Educational Studies: Exceptional Learning K-8 Interventionists, B.S. also obtain educator licensure in Special Education Interventionist Grades K–8, Endorsement code 144 in the State of Tennessee.

General Education (40-41 hours)

(see General Education for list of approved courses)

Program Requirements

One course from the following:

Professional Education Requirements

Additional Information and Notes

For admission to the Teacher Education Program (TEP): Earn a minimum 2.75 cumulative grade point average, a 2.75 average on all courses taken at UTC, a 2.75 GPA in education courses with no grade lower than C, and a 2.75 in content area courses with no grade lower than C.

For graduation: 2.0 GPA in all required major and related courses.

For graduation with licensure: 2.75 cumulative, 2.75 at UTC, 2.75 in education courses with no grade lower than C, and 2.75 in courses under Program Requirements with no grade lower than C.

Minimum of 39 hours of 3000 and 4000 level courses.

Electives to complete 120 hours.

See Degree and Graduation Requirements for additional requirements.

ClearPath for Advising

The ClearPath for Advising provides students with an opportunity to see program requirements defined in a semester-by-semester format. The ClearPath for Advising guides also provide students with important tips, pointers, and suggestions for staying on track with progress toward the degree. Your ClearPath is available through the Advisement website.