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This Master of Science in Education program in Literacy and Special Education is designed to help students develop the skills needed to support learners with diverse needs. It provides foundational kn...

Become a licensed K–12 special education teacher in Minnesota and choose an emphasis area to specialize your degree with Southwest Minnesota State University's online MS in Special Education. Emphasis options include academic behavioral strategist, autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities, early childhood special education, emotional behavioral disorders, and learning disabilities. Transfer up to nine credits to accelerate the program and finish your program in two to three years.

The official Master in Special Education Online will provide you with the training, skills and competencies needed to respond effectively to the specific demands posed by students with special educational needs (SEN).

The Special and Inclusive Education MA will develop students' knowledge of special educational needs (SEN) and inclusive education. Students will be introduced to cutting-edge theory and research and consider how it links to policy and practice. The MA will appeal to those looking to develop their professional practice, progress to further study about disability, inclusive education, and educational policy, and/or progress to doctoral study. The MA also has two specialist routes in Autism and Specific Learning Difficulties.

Accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), Campbellsville University's online Master of Arts in Special Education - Initial Certification program will prepare you for success as a special education teacher. Through a faith-based curriculum, you'll explore teaching methods for students with learning disorders.

The MA program prepares candidates to assume advanced roles in the field of Special Education. Current research and best practices in the field of Special Education underpin the curriculum. The program consists of a core of advanced coursework, electives, and a culminating experience (thesis or comprehensive exam) that support advance study in the field of Special Education. There are 30 units of course work with a minimum of 21 semester units completed in residence. Candidates who apply to both the Master of Arts Degree and the Clear credential must adhere to the requirements for both programs (e.g., GPA and course grade requirements).

The University of West Alabama's online Education Specialist in Special Education: Collaborative Teacher K-6 will prepare you to serve students with mental, physical or multiple disabilities based on the best practices of the field. Learn how you'll best address your classroom practices to accommodate your students today.

Advance your knowledge in specially designed instruction for K-6 students with disabilities and expand upon your master's degree with an online Education Specialist in Special Education: Collaborative Teacher K-6 degree from Auburn University at Montgomery. You'll master topics such as policy and practices, technology for inclusion, special education law, and more. This program is taught in an asynchronous format, meaning you can study at times convenient for you. Learn more and apply today.

Southwest Minnesota State University's online MS in Special Education degree offers a specialization in early childhood special education designed to unlock your full potential. Through courses taught by experts, this program delivers effective teaching skills for special education students through age 6, plus the credentials required to pursue licensure in Minnesota. Learn on your schedule in an online classroom and take the next step in your career as quickly as two years. Get started today.

This major prepares individuals to become special education teachers for students grades K-12. Students major in special education with a concentration in either general curriculum or adapted curriculum. General curriculum licensure prepares teacher candidates to work with students with disabilities who are pursuing a standard high school diploma, whereas Adapted curriculum licensure prepares teacher candidates to work with students with disabilities who are more significantly impacted by their disability and working on a specialized curriculum. Both licenses may be obtained through specialized advising.

A variety of options are available at Mason for students to learn more about working with individuals with disabilities. Undergraduate and graduate programs with teacher licensure and non-licensure options prepare professionals working with populations across the lifespan with the specialized knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to support individuals with special needs. Mason’s bachelor's degree in special education is designed to prepare both educators for the classroom and individuals working in special education contexts outside of the classroom with the specialized skills and content knowledge to support the needs of individuals with disabilities.

Accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), Campbellsville University's online Master of Arts in Special Education - Teacher Leader program delivers the skills it takes to make a difference in the lives of students with emotional, behavioral, and learning disorders. Learn from expert educators online and prepare for a career as a special education teacher.

Prepare to provide specially designed instruction for students with disabilities and work across diverse educational settings with an online Master of Education in Special Education degree from Auburn University at Montgomery. You'll study assistive technology, autism, applied behavior analysis, STEM, and more. This program is taught in an asynchronous format, so you can study at times convenient for you and fit learning into your busy schedule. Learn more and apply today.

Build inclusive classroom settings and ensure student success through the University of West Alabama's online Master of Education: Special Education: Collaborative Teacher 6-12. In the fully online classroom, you'll explore topics such as educational planning, statistics, technology, communication skills and more.

Get certified to teach special education in Georgia with Brenau University's online Master of Arts in Teaching: Special Education. Finish your program in five semesters, gain valuable field experience, and complete a concentration alongside your degree. A background in education is not required – we accept students with a bachelor's degree in any field. When you graduate, you'll be ready to take the Georgia Assessment for the Certification of Educators (GACE) exam and start your teaching career.