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Student Membership

Welcome to the rewarding field of special educationwe're glad you're here!

Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate students, including doctoral candidates, who have not yet graduated and/or worked as a special education professional (PRE-SERVICE), or have been in the profession and are returning for additional credits/degree(s)  are welcome to become a member of the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) at deeply discounted student rates. Your professional journey starts now and we're here to help you along the way. 

Have a group of 5 or more professionals? Explore preferred pricing with our group memberships.

Group Membership

Pre-service undergraduate or graduate (including doctoral)* students who have not yet held any position as a professional in special education. Members in this category may be full or part time students.

Current graduate students (including doctoral)* who are returning for an additional degree after or while concurrently holding a professional position in special education. Members in this category may be full or part time students.

*Student memberships include a Student Educator Professional Liability Insurance policy for up to $1 million of coverage (eligibility requirements apply).

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