Indiana Wesleyan University
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    Indiana Wesleyan University is a Christian comprehensive university of The Wesleyan Church. The University was founded in 1920 as Marion College and is committed to liberal arts and professional education.

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    Indiana Wesleyan University offers over 280 academic programs, certificates and endorsements in business, technology, education, science, ministry, nursing and more. We offer program options online, on campus in Marion, IN, and at our onsite regional centers in Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky.

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    God has gifted you with a unique set of gifts—on purpose, and for the purpose of changing the world in a way that only you can. We are here to help you discover, clarify or develop that calling. The world is waiting.

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    Whether your intent is to complete an associate degree, finish your bachelor's degree, prepare for special education licensure, enter the world of higher learning with a master's degree, pursue a doctoral degree, or earn one of our many certificates, our education programs are designed specifically for your busy lifestyle.

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The Exceptional Needs program at Indiana Wesleyan University is designed for individuals who have a heart for and desire to help students with learning disabilities or require mild educational interventions. IWU's program is also designed to meet Indiana exceptional needs standards, and is recognized by the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC).

Four guiding principles are foundational to the Exceptional Needs program:

  • God created all persons, including persons with disabilities, and each is valuable (Psalm 139:13-16).
  • When included as part of society, persons with disabilities have something to offer (1 Corinthians 12:12-26).
  • The task of the educator is to teach persons with or without disabilities to fulfill their role in society (1 Thessalonians 5:14).
  • Acceptance of these individuals, as they are, is a primary and essential part of teaching (John 4:5-27).

Each Exceptional Needs program (K-6 and P-12) includes general education requirements and a common Professional Core, Exceptional Needs courses specific to the major, and Elective courses. In addition, a Severe and Profound program may be added to either of the Exceptional Needs majors.

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Preschool Teachers
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Elementary School Teachers
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One of the best ways to discover a degree program is to check out the course listings. Preview the courses for Exceptional Needs Education at Indiana Wesleyan University using the course catalog.

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