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The Associate of Arts in Education, Human Development, and Special Needs offers lower division coursework that provides an introduction to issues, policies, and practices of education, with an emphasis on special education. Students will build a foundation appropriate for entry into advanced study in education, including educational research, advocacy, public policy, and/or teacher preparation. The students also can participate in supervised fieldwork in K-8 settings.

George Mason University's online Master's Degree in Special Education equips students to identify, address, and overcome complex learning challenges to influence the educational potential for people with mild to severe learning disabilities. The program can be completed in 24 months through a flexible, part-time program led by an expert faculty of behavior analysts, teachers, researchers, and innovators.

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).

This MA will develop students' knowledge of special and inclusive education, focusing on autism. Led by the Centre for Research in Autism and Education (CRAE), students will be introduced to cutting-edge theory and research, and consider how it links to policy and practice. This MA will appeal to students looking to develop their professional practice and/or progress to doctoral study.

Become a licensed teacher in Minnesota and teach K–12 special education for students who have mild to moderate disabilities with Southwest Minnesota State University's online Bachelor of Science in Special Education: Academic Behavioral Strategist program. Finish your program in two to four years and earn a degree accredited by the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board.

Advance your knowledge in specially designed instruction for 6-12 students with disabilities and expand upon your master's degree with an online Education Specialist in Special Education: Collaborative Teacher 6-12 degree from Auburn University at Montgomery. You'll master topics such as policy and practices, technology for inclusion, and more. This program is taught fully online and in an asynchronous format, meaning you can study at times convenient for you. Learn more and apply today.

Learn to provide specially designed instruction for K-6 students with disabilities across diverse educational settings with an online Master of Education in Special Education: Collaborative Teacher K-6 concentration from Auburn University at Montgomery. You'll study assistive technology, autism, behavior management, assessment, and more. This program is taught in an asynchronous format, so you can study at times convenient for you. Learn more and apply today.

Learn to provide specially designed instruction for sixth to twelfth-grade students with disabilities across diverse educational settings with an online Master of Education in Special Education: Collaborative Teacher 6-12 concentration from Auburn University at Montgomery. You'll study assistive technology, autism, behavior management, assessment, and more. This program is taught in an asynchronous format, so you can study at times convenient for you. Learn more and apply today.

This programme will develop students’ understanding of best practices in SEND and inclusive education provision. Students will gain an understanding of local and international SEND provisions, strategies and policies. Additionally, the wider socio-cultural influences on SEND provision, including the influence of cultural and historical context will be explored. Students will be able to evaluate the resources and support required for children with special education needs and disabilities and plan inclusive education in the classroom. Also, students will be able to design, communicate, implement, and manage inclusive provisions for an educational institution. As part of this programme, the student will critically analyze research and evidence in SEND practice, policy, and implementation, and be able to present and explain policy and best practices in inclusive education in local and international contexts. Finally, students will be encouraged to develop leadership and management skills related to SEND coordination, delivery, partnership and management.

Campbellsville University's online, CAEP-accredited B.S. in Special Education – Learning Behavior Disorders, P-12 provides the knowledge and skills needed to teach primary through 12th-grade students with learning and behavior disorders in Kentucky. It combines coursework in special education theory and methods with in-person student teaching. Graduates are prepared for Praxis® exams and have initial teaching licensure. A dual certification option is also available for elementary education.

The General Studies Education major introduces students to the following disciplines: education, literacy, and special education. Students select courses for broad-based study in the overarching area of education. The major allows for flexibility in course selection and degree design.

This BA in Special Needs Education program is recommended to applicants who are interested in people with disabilities and the possibilities of providing assistance to them, have good communication, social and creative skills and are motivated to participate in high-quality professional training. Our training program is particularly suitable for those with high levels of empathy, good cooperation and interpersonal skills, responsibility and self-awareness.

Become a licensed educator and work with infants, toddlers, and young children with disabilities from birth through age six. Southwest Minnesota State University's online Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Special Education is accredited by the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board and includes a supervised semester-long student teaching experience. You can finish your program in two to four years while learning from faculty who are experts in the field.

AU's Special Education Endorsement (LBS 1) prepares you to work effectively with students with varying disabilities. You will complete a comprehensive curriculum, learn to evaluate current research, and conduct research in the classroom while benefiting from the diverse experiences of our tight-knit community. The ISBE-approved program is aligned with Illinois Professional Teaching Standards. Graduate in as few as six months.

The University of West Alabama's online Bachelor of Science in Special Education: Collaborative Teacher K-6/6-12 will help you develop a versatile toolkit as an educator of children with special needs. Designed for working teachers, you'll engage with the leading trainers of educators in the state.