HIRAM, Ohio – Hiram College has launched an intervention specialist major to prepare students to support learners with diverse needs.
The intervention specialist program is designed for students who are passionate about inclusive education and working with children and adolescents who have mild to moderate educational needs. Through coursework, hands-on experiences and faculty mentorship, students will gain the skills necessary to make an impact in K-12 settings, a news release states.
“This new major reflects both our mission and a growing need in schools,” said Jeffrey Swenson, vice president of academic and student affairs and dean of the college. “Hiram students are deeply engaged learners, and this program prepares them to become compassionate, highly effective educators who can support all students.”
Students in the program will benefit from Hiram’s emphasis on experiential learning, including classroom observations, field placements and opportunities to work directly with students and educators in real-world settings, the release states.
The launch of the intervention specialist major comes at a time when schools across Ohio and the nation are experiencing a growing demand for trained professionals who can provide individualized academic and behavioral support.
“This program responds directly to what schools are asking for right now,” said Kelly NewVine, head of teacher education at Hiram. “It prepares Hiram students to work alongside learners with diverse needs and to make a real, measurable impact in classrooms from Day One.”
The new major is available to current and prospective students. More information about the intervention specialist program, including curriculum details and admission requirements, is available HERE.