Utah Multi-University Consortium
Teacher Preparation Program
Statewide Preparation of K-12 Teachers and Early Childhood Specialists in Deaf & Hard of Hearing, Visual Impairments and Deafblind
About the Consortium
The Multi-University Consortium for Teacher Preparation in Sensory Impairments is a cooperative effort between the Special Education Departments of the University of Utah and Utah State University. This program is available on campus and throughout the state of Utah using distance education.
The purpose of this program is to prepare early interventionists, preschool teachers, and K-12 teachers to work with Utah children who are deaf & hard of hearing, blind or visually impaired or deafblind, and their families. Graduates will be qualified to fill many roles in serving children who have sensory impairments. These roles include early interventionists in homes and other natural settings, classroom teachers, and support specialists in both categorical and inclusive programs.
Specializations
Scholar Funding Available
Project TSDBOT
Funding for future teachers of children who are Deafblind and Occupational Therapists
Project TVISP
Funding for future teachers of students with Visual Impairments and School Psychologists
Project ASSIST
Funding for future teachers of students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and Audiologists
O & M Cert
Funding for Teachers of Students with Visual Impairments to complete an Orientation & Mobility program
Admissions
Students need to adhere to the procedures and policies of the university they attend, including admissions procedures. Both Departments of Special Education are committed to policies of equal opportunity and affirmative action. Members of underrepresented groups (i.e., individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; with disabilities; or who have family members with disabilities) will be actively recruited and supported.
Who May Apply
Students may enter the program at a graduate or undergraduate level. Students must be admitted to the Special Education Departments at either Utah State University or the University of Utah.
Submission Information
For further information contact Dr. Chris Bischke.
Dr. Chris Bischke
Director, Multi-University Consortium
University of Utah
Dept. Of Special Education
1721 Campus Center Drive, SAEC 2269
Salt Lake City UT 84112
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