Program Overview
The Special Education with Certification, M.Ed. prepares aspiring educators to become certified teachers with a focus on special education and learners with special needs. Scholars will deepen their understanding of intellectual and physical disabilities and how they impact the learners classroom experience. This program features a year long internship to give students a hands on approach to making education equitable for students who have different learning needs.
Key Features
- Focus on Autism/Autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, behaviors disorders, physical disabilities, intellectual disabilities, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, developmental delays and physical and other health impairments
- Focus on collaboration with related service providers and general educators
- Rigorous and relevant coursework to develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary for successful teaching careers in special education
- Focus on evidence based instructional practices and decision making
- Year Long Internship (field experience) in inclusive, diverse classrooms (students are responsible for acquiring the internship)
- The program²ÝÝ®´«Ã½™s proximity to the United States Congress, advocacy and professional organizations, and governmental agencies, including the US Department of Education Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP), provides opportunities for on-site experiences for graduate students
How to Apply
How to Apply
Admissions information and the application for this program can be found on the University Graduate Admissions website.
Requirements
Program Requirements
This program offers a 2 year full-time option (45-48 credit hours) in elementary/middle special education (grades 1-8) AND severe disabilities teacher preparation program curriculum.
The M.Ed. two year option in elementary/middle special education and severe disabilities certification is completed in two full-time academic years. At the satisfactory completion of the program, students are recommended for ²ÝÝ®´«Ã½ certification in elementary/middle (grades 1-8) and in severe disabilities (birth-21 years old).
This program includes field experiences (facilitated by the program) and blocked coursework during the first year of the program and a year-long internship and blocked coursework in the second year. Students are responsible for acquiring the internship.
Careers
Career Options
- Special Education Teacher/Lead
- Special Education Consultant/Trainer
- Instructional Coordinator
- Program Manager/Director
- Behavior Intervention Specialist
Contact
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