Bachelors Degree

Bachelor of Education (Special Needs Education)

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Bachelor of Education (Special Needs Education) is a 4 years Bachelors Degree examined by Commision for University Education.

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About Bachelor of Education (Special Needs Education)

The Bachelor of Education (Special Needs Education) programme prepares teachers to handle curriculum for the Hearing Impaired, Visually Impaired, and mentally and physically challenged persons.

Specifically, the BEd Special Needs Education programme been designed to respond to the emerging needs of providing skilled and competent teachers who can handle the Special Needs Curriculum in the secondary education system in Kenya.

Special Needs Education is a delivery system that is tailored to address the learning needs of students with exceptionalities that would not be adequately addressed through regular education. Public awareness and the current trends in the development of special needs education worldwide have created consciousness on the educational needs of students with disabilities and special educational needs. This has resulted in an increase in job opportunities for BEd Special Needs graduates in a wide array of roles such as teachers, quality assurance personnel, administrators, college lecturers and researchers in the area of special educational needs.

The national need for special education teachers in Kenya is expected to grow faster than the average for all other occupations mainly because of the increased awareness amongst the general populace as well as government regulations. For instance, the Constitution of Kenya (Chapter 4, Article 54 1(b)) enjoins upon all the appropriate stakeholders to ?Ensure access to educational institutions and facilities for persons with disabilities that are integrated into society to the extent compatible with the interests of the person.

This Bachelor of Education (Special Needs) programme seeks to ensure that every child with a disability has access to appropriate pre-school, primary, secondary and post-secondary level education. Individuals trained in Education with special needs will be able to work in public and private institutions of learning. Graduates can also pursue further studies and courses and advance to become supervisors or administrators or instructors in colleges that prepare others to teach special education.

Entry requirements for Bachelor of Education (Special Needs Education)

To be admitted to the Bachelor of Education (Special Needs Education) programme, candidates must meet the following entry requirements:

Mean grade C+ (plus) at KCSE or equivalent with a minimum of C+ in the subjects of specialization. For those taking science course a minimum of C plain in in mathematics is a requirement. Or
Mean grade C (Plain) at KCSE or an Equivalent with Diploma in education from a recognized Institution.Or
Diploma in Education from a recognized Institution with a mean grade of C-(Minus) and two years teaching experience Or
P1 certificate with a mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE level, Diploma in education from a recognized Institution and two years teaching experience.Or
KACE or equivalent Certificate with a minimum of the two principal passes and O-level Credit in Mathematics and one other subject.

Institutions offering Bachelor of Education (Special Needs Education)

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Kenyatta University

Public University Ruiru

When you come to Kenyatta University,you discover that you have arrived at a special place.The University’s Main Campus is set on over 1,000 acres with a pleasant and...

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Maseno University

Public University Kisumu West

Maseno University founded in 1991, is the only university on the globe that lies along the Equator (00). It is one of the seven public universities in Kenya....

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Pwani University

Public University Kilifi South

Pwani University is a public university in the Kilifi County in Kenya, located 60 km north of Mombasa in the resort town of Kilifi, within the larger Kilifi...

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Africa Nazarene University

Private University Dagoretti South

Africa Nazarene University is a Chartered Private Christian University sponsored by the Church of the Nazarene International and is a member of the worldwide family of Nazarene institutions.Since...

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Kisii University

Public University Nyaribari Chache

Kisii University is a World-Class University for the Advancement of Academic Excellence, Research and Social Welfare.Kisii University was founded in 1965 as a primary teachers? training college on...

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University of Eldoret

Public University Soy

The University of Eldoret is situated approximately 9 km along the Eldoret-Ziwa road in Eldoret town, Uasin gishu County.It was founded in 1946 by the white settlers as...

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Kenya Methodist University

Private University North Imenti

Kenya Methodist University is a Chartered Christian University, with the main campus situated in Meru and campuses at Nairobi and Mombasa. KeMU offers Ph.D., Masters, Undergraduate, Diploma, and...

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Tom Mboya University College

Public University Mbita

Tom Mboya University College (TMUC) was gazetted on April 16th, 2016 as a Constituent College of Maseno University (MSU). Tom Mboya University College is named after the legendary...

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Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology

Public University Kabondo Kasipul

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) is a centre of excellence in training, research and community outreach services offering practical and market-oriented courses. It is...

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Machakos University

Public University Machakos Town

Having been established and grown as a Technical Institute, MUC has cut a niche in training quality technical personnel in the areas of Motor Vehicle Engineering, Electrical and...

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Rongo University

Public University Rongo

Rongo University (RU), formerly Rongo University College is a public university and was awarded Charter to the full-fledged university by H.E. Hon. Uhuru Kenyatta, the President of the...

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Bomet University College

Public University Sotik

Bomet University College is the first public University in Bomet County and is strategically placed at the heart of Bomet Town, Bomet County. Its establishment is a step...

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Objectives of Bachelor of Education (Special Needs Education)

The Bachelor of Education (Special Needs Education) degree will produce teachers of high integrity and enable them to participate in the educational transformation process for individuals with special needs thereby contribute to nation-building.

Our schools need caring, well-prepared, and forward-looking special education teachers, as the quality of the bond between teachers and students is particularly important for the success of exceptional children. This program goes beyond best practices, prepares students to critically evaluate the literature on current and future practices.

The Bachelor of Education (Special Needs Education) degree program is designed to produce graduate teachers of high integrity who are well equipped with the requisite competencies and values of teaching special needs curriculum areas as prescribed in the secondary education curriculum in Kenya. Special Needs students require caring, well-prepared, and forward-looking special education teachers, as the quality of the bond between teachers and students is particularly important for their success. This program goes beyond best practices, prepares students to critically evaluate the literature on current and future practices.

Specifically, the program is planned in order to accomplish the following objectives:

to prepare the student for an active career in all aspects of the profession of education
to provide a comprehensive training background necessary for the students to become competent experts in the profession of education
to enable the student to identify the varied intellectual and special needs of the learner
to develop the intellectual, professional, and social characteristics that will enable the student to become responsible leaders in their schools and the community
to develop the scientific character and capabilities of dealing with issues and problems in education and society
to provide the students a rich basis for interest in further training and education in their areas of expertise, ability, and interest

Bachelor of Education (Special Needs Education) - Programme

The Bachelor of Education (Special Needs Education) programme is a multifaceted discipline that coordinates services that help students with exceptionalities achieve their maximum potentials and educational goals. In addition to taking the foundation courses in Education and Special Needs Education, students will be expected to take one teaching subject from the prescribed secondary school curriculum.

First Year, First Semester

Patho-Biology of Human Body Impairment 3
Introduction to Computer 3
Introduction to Spreadsheets and Databases 3
Introduction to Special Needs Education 3
Introduction to Educational Psychology 3
Two courses for each of the two teaching subjects 10

First Year, Second Semester

Education and Psychology of Learners with Special Needs 3
Programming in Pascal 3
Desktop Publishing 3
Environmental Education 3
History of Education 3
Two courses for each of the two teaching subjects 10
One week of ESE 102 will be set aside for school visits.

Second Year, First Semester Units

Introduction to Sign Language and Total Communication 2
Introduction to Braille 2
Introduction to Learning Disability and Individualized Education Programme (IEP) 2
Philosophy of Education 3
Web design and Publishing 3
Information System Analysis and Design 3
General Methods of Teaching 3
Two courses for each of the two teaching subjects 10

Second Year, Second Semester Units

Behaviour Modification 2
Cognition and Learning Process 2
Identification, Assessment and Intervention Strategies with Children who are Gifted and Talented 2
Attachment 1
Database Systems 3
Management Information Systems 3
Educational Media and Resources 3
Curriculum Development
Two courses for each of the two teaching subjects 10

Third Year, First Semester Units

Speech, Language Development and Communication Disorders 2
Internet Computing 3
Multimedia and Graphics 3
Human Growth and Development 3
Special Methods of Teaching Two Subjects 6
Two courses for each of the two teaching subjects 10
Any One Elective from the list below 1

ELECTIVES

Medical Conditions Associated with Mental Handicap 1
Kenyan Sign Language I 1
Braille II 1
Motor, Neurological, Physical and Health Impairment 1

Third Year, Second Semester Units

Adapted Physical Education for the Handicapped 2
Electronic Commerce 3
Statistical Analysis with SPSS 3
Educational Technology 3
Human Behaviour and Learning 2
Two courses for each of the two teaching subjects 10
Any One Elective from the list below

ELECTIVES

Perception Training For Learners with Mental Retardation 2
Kenyan Sign Language II 2
Alternative Communication Skills and Barrier Free Environment For Physical Handicapped 2
Orientation and Mobility 2

Fourth Year, First Semester Units

Pscyo-Educational Assessment 2
Early Childhood Education for Children with Special Needs 2
IT and Society 3
Internal Controls & Security Issues 3
Educational Administration and Management 3
Sociology of Education and Comparative Education 3
Educational Tests and Measurements 2
Two courses for each of the two teaching subjects 10
Any One Elective from the list below 2

ELECTIVES

Kiswahili, Mathematics and Music Braille 2
Sign Language Interpreting 2
Adapted Physical Education for the Physically Handicapped 2
Diagnostic Assessment for the Mentally Handicapped 2

Fourth Year, Second Semester Units

Disability, Society, Community Based Rehabilitation And Inclusive Education 2
Education of Learners with Severe Disabilities and Cerebral Palsy 2
Human-Computer Interaction 3
Social and Professional Issues in Computing 3
Planning and Economics of Education 3
Teaching Practice 6
Guidance and Counselling 2
Two courses for each of the two teaching subjects 10
Any One Elective from the list below 2

ELECTIVES

Functional and Vocational Skills for Learners with Mental Handicap 2
Audiology 2
Rehabilitation of Motor Deviations for Physical Handicapped 2
Low Vision 2