Auburn University at Montgomery Online

Master of Education in Special Education- Early Childhood Special Education

Learn to provide specially designed instruction for young children with exceptionalities across diverse educational settings with an online Master of Education in Special Education: Early Childhood Special Education concentration from Auburn University at Montgomery. You'll study assistive technology, autism, behavior management, assessment, applied behavior analysis, STEM, and high-incidence disabilities.

This concentration includes a three-hour practicum course in the 30-credit hour core program and is designed to prepare you for working with children from birth to eight years of age. You will be able to demonstrate mastery of advanced knowledge and skills for teaching young children with disabilities in various early childhood special education settings. You'll also learn to identify and structure learning environments, accommodate and support the developmental domains of young children with disabilities, and more.

The Master of Education in Special Education program is taught fully online and in an asynchronous format, meaning you can study at your own pace and fit learning into your busy schedule. Our instructors are experts in their field and dedicated to your success. Upon completion of the program, you'll be well prepared to pursue a career in special education, including jobs in inclusive preschool teaching, homebound instruction, inclusive lower elementary education, and more. Learn more and apply today.