https://www.byui.edu/major-discovery/special-education-k-12-generalist-b-s Special Education K-12 Generalist (B.S.) en-US Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:28:13 GMT https://www.byui.edu/major-discovery/beyond-the-degree/how-to-become-a-certified-teacher-after-your-bachelors-degree Teaching programs give you the opportunity to practice key teaching skills, preparing you to enter the field as a capable educator. While your degree is the first major step towards becoming a full-time teacher, it is not the last. These are the steps you should take after graduating to become a certified teacher. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 20:28:13 GMT https://www.byui.edu/major-discovery/beyond-the-degree/how-to-become-a-certified-teacher-after-your-bachelors-degree https://www.byui.edu/major-discovery/career-possibilities/what-is-the-job-outlook-and-demand-for-special-education-teachers-in-the-united-states Special education teachers are a necessary part of the educational system. As children with disabilities get diagnosed at younger ages, having teachers who are experienced in working with a wide range of disabilities is even more important than before. This article will cover the factors that make up the job outlook for special education teachers, and what that means for new graduates entering the field. Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:14:23 GMT https://www.byui.edu/major-discovery/career-possibilities/what-is-the-job-outlook-and-demand-for-special-education-teachers-in-the-united-states https://www.byui.edu/major-discovery/what-traditional-and-non-traditional-jobs-can-i-get-with-a-special-education-degree A degree in special education prepares students for a variety of careers in education, some more standard than others. Because of this, there may be some career options within the major that are in a niche you would like to fill. In this article, we will cover both traditional and non-traditional roles you could pursue with your degree, as well as which one would be the best fit for you and your goals. Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:17:00 GMT https://www.byui.edu/major-discovery/what-traditional-and-non-traditional-jobs-can-i-get-with-a-special-education-degree