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School of Education

Special Education

Supporting inclusive learning through care, expertise and professional teaching practice.

The Special Education programme at MEHIT University prepares students with practical knowledge in inclusive education, learner support, developmental needs, classroom adaptation, assessment awareness and professional teaching practice for careers in schools, learning support centres, community education and educational institutions.

Programme Special Education
About the Programme

Preparing future special education professionals.

Inclusive education grows when every learner is supported with dignity, patience and professional care.

The Special Education programme develops students’ ability to support inclusive classrooms, understand learner needs, adapt teaching environments, observe learning progress and practise professional care in schools, learning support centres and community education settings.

Inclusive Education

Understand how schools and learning spaces can support participation, access and dignity for diverse learners.

Learner Support

Develop practical approaches for assisting learners with patience, structure and professional attention.

Developmental Needs

Build awareness of learner development and the different needs that may shape classroom participation.

Classroom Adaptation

Learn how teaching spaces, materials and classroom routines can be adapted to improve access and learning.

Assessment Awareness

Study observation, documentation and assessment awareness to support learner progress responsibly.

Professional Teaching Practice

Prepare for supervised teaching support through ethical practice, communication and classroom responsibility.

Professional Journey

From education foundations to
inclusive classroom practice.

The programme guides students from core education knowledge into inclusive teaching, learner support, assessment awareness, classroom adaptation and professional special education readiness.

Students building education foundations in a professional classroom environment
Students practising inclusive teaching and learner support with educational materials
Students learning assessment observation and classroom adaptation methods
Students presenting special education portfolio work in a supervised learning environment
Stage 01
Current Stage 01
Progression 01 / 04
Stage 01

Build Your Education Foundation

Develop core knowledge in teaching, learning, classroom structure and the professional responsibilities that guide education practice.

Stage 02

Develop Inclusive Teaching and Learner Support Skills

Build practical approaches for supporting diverse learners through patience, adapted learning materials and structured classroom assistance.

Stage 03

Advance into Assessment, Adaptation and Classroom Practice

Learn how observation, assessment awareness and classroom adaptation help teachers support learner progress responsibly.

Stage 04

Special Education Portfolio & Professional Readiness

Bring together inclusive teaching practice, learner support activities and supervised education work into a portfolio for professional progression.

Professional Readiness

From education foundations to inclusive classroom practice.

From education foundations to inclusive classroom practice, students build the confidence to support diverse learners with care, structure and professional responsibility.

What You’ll Learn

Learn the foundations of inclusive teaching and learner support.

Students develop practical understanding of inclusive education, learner development, special needs support, classroom adaptation, assessment observation and supervised teaching practice.

01
Inclusive Education Principles

Study how inclusive education supports access, dignity and participation for learners with diverse needs.

Build awareness of learning development, classroom participation and the support needs that may shape educational progress.

Learn practical approaches for supporting learners through adapted materials, structured assistance and professional care.

Understand how classroom spaces, teaching materials and routines can be adapted to improve access and learning.

Develop awareness of learner observation, progress documentation and responsible assessment support.

Prepare for supervised classroom support through teaching practice, communication and ethical professional conduct.

Learning Experience

Learning shaped by inclusive classrooms, learner support and supervised teaching practice.

Students learn through practical classroom activities, learner support exercises, teaching materials preparation, assessment observation, supervised teaching practice and portfolio-based education projects that prepare them to support diverse learners responsibly.

Practical learning for inclusive and supportive education environments.

The learning experience connects education theory with careful supervised practice, helping students build confidence in supporting learners, preparing adapted materials, observing progress and contributing responsibly within inclusive classrooms.

Inclusive Classroom Practice

Learn how inclusive classrooms are organized to support participation, dignity and access for learners with diverse educational needs.

Learner Support Exercises

Practise structured learner support methods that encourage patience, communication and professional classroom assistance.

Teaching Materials Preparation

Prepare adapted learning materials that help make lessons clearer, more accessible and better suited to different learner needs.

Assessment Observation

Build awareness of learner observation, classroom documentation and responsible assessment support under professional guidance.

Supervised Teaching Practice

Develop practical confidence through supervised teaching activities, classroom routines and professional education support.

Portfolio-Based Education Projects

Bring together teaching practice, learner support activities and classroom materials into a professional portfolio for progression and readiness.

Career Opportunities

Career pathways in inclusive education and learner support.

Graduates are prepared for support roles in schools, inclusive learning environments, community education settings and learner support services.

Students supporting inclusive learning activities in a professional classroom environment

Special Education Assistant

Inclusive Education Assistant

Learning Support Assistant

Classroom Support Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Community Education Assistant

Educational Support Worker

School Support Assistant

Programme Information

Essential details for future special education students.

Qualification

HND / Degree Pathway

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Duration

2 Years

Four Semesters + Practical Special Education Training

Entry Requirements

GCE Advanced Level

Education, humanities, social sciences or relevant subjects preferred

Study Mode

Morning

Full-time On-Campus Programme

Campus

Yaoundé

MEHIT University Main Campus

Tuition

Contact Admissions

Current tuition available from Admissions Office.

Practical Learning

Inclusive Education Training

  • Inclusive Teaching Practice
  • Learner Support
  • Assessment Observation
  • Special Education Portfolio
Career Outcome

Professional Special Education Pathway

Prepared for inclusive education support, learner support, classroom assistance, community education support and special education practice roles.

FAQ

Questions about Special Education.

The Special Education programme is completed over two academic years including practical inclusive teaching, learner support and supervised education training.

Students study inclusive education principles, learner development, special needs support, classroom adaptation, assessment and observation, and teaching practice.

Yes. Students develop practical skills through inclusive classroom practice, learner support exercises, teaching materials preparation, assessment observation, supervised teaching practice and portfolio-based education projects.

Yes. Graduates may progress to further studies in education, special education, inclusive education, educational psychology or related teaching fields subject to the University’s admission requirements.

Graduates may work as Special Education Assistants, Inclusive Education Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, Classroom Support Assistants, Teaching Assistants, Community Education Assistants, Educational Support Workers and School Support Assistants.

Applications are submitted through the MEHIT University Admissions Office. Contact Admissions for entry requirements, tuition fees and application deadlines.

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Begin Your Career in Special Education.

Join an education programme designed to develop patient, responsible and skilled professionals ready to support inclusive learning, learner development and educational access.