Masters & Doctorate Degrees in

Special Education

The rewards of teaching students with disabilities and learning challenges are enormous. A graduate degree in Special Education builds expertise in research, instructional design, individualized education program (IEP) development and behavioral management.

Special Education

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Master's

Online

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M.Ed. – Special Education General Curriculum – K-12 Virginia Licensure Track

Averett University

Danville, VA

The M.Ed. in Special Education K-12 Licensure Track is presented in an online, cohort-based format. You will take classes at your own pace in six- to 10-week blocks to allow intense study of each concept and can graduate in approximately 24, 28, or 32 months.

Local Offering

Master's

Online

Offers Certification

M.Ed. – Special Education General Curriculum – K-12 Virginia Endorsement Track

Averett University

Danville, VA

The M.Ed. in Special Education K-12 Endorsement Track is presented in an online, cohort-based format. You will take classes at your own pace in six- to 10-week blocks to allow intense study of each concept, and can graduate in approximately 24 or 28 months.

Master's

Online

Offers Certification

M.A.Ed. – Special Education w/ ASD Endorsement

Concordia University Saint Paul

Saint Paul, MN

This program is for individuals who hold a valid Minnesota teaching license and who wish to expand their teaching skills and knowledge of the characteristics and interventions used with students with autism spectrum disorders.

Master's

Online

Offers Certification

M.A.Ed. – Special Education w/ SLD Endorsement

Concordia University Saint Paul

Saint Paul, MN

Master's

Online

Offers Certification

M.A.Ed. – Special Education w/ EBD Endorsement

Concordia University Saint Paul

Saint Paul, MN

Master's

HybridOnline

Offers Certification

M.Ed. – Curriculum & Instruction: Special Education Emphasis

Carson Newman University

Jefferson City, TN

This degree is designed for teachers seeking roles in special education. It is:

Available in a blended format with face-to-face class meetings or an entirely online format
Can be obtained in as little as five semesters
One course completed every eight weeks

Master's

Online

M.Ed. – Initial License Special Education Moderate Disabilities

Endicott College

Beverly, MA

Learn how to analyze student performance and growth data and to use the data to improve instruction and practice.

Master's

Online

M.Ed. – Initial License Special Education Severe Disabilities

Endicott College

Beverly, MA

Learn how to promote the learning and growth of all students through effective partnerships with families, caregivers, community members, and organizations.

Master's

Online

M.Ed. – Professional License Special Education Moderate Disabilities

Endicott College

Beverly, MA

Learn how to design high quality instruction, including authentic and meaningful student assessments.

Master's

Online

M.Ed. – Professional License Special Education Severe Disabilities

Endicott College

Beverly, MA

Learn how to ensure the learning and growth of all students through ethical, culturally proficient, skilled and collaborative practice.

Master's

Online

M.Ed. – Special Education & ABA Moderate Program

Endicott College

Beverly, MA

Learn to demonstrate skill in planning curriculum and instruction, delivering effective instruction, managing classroom climate, promoting equity and meeting professional standards.

Master's

Online

M.Ed. – Special Education & ABA Severe Program

Endicott College

Beverly, MA

Learn to demonstrate skill in planning curriculum and instruction, delivering effective instruction, managing classroom climate, promoting equity and meeting professional standards.

Master's

Online

Offers Certification

M.A.Ed. – Learning and Behavior Disorders

Georgetown College

Georgetown, KY

The Master of Arts degree with certification in Learning and Behavior Disorders is a certification program for candidates with a teaching certificate who wish to teach students with mild to moderate learning and behavior disabilities (LBD).

Master's

Online

Offers Certification

M.A.Ed. – Moderate and Severe Disabilities

Georgetown College

Georgetown, KY

The Master of Arts degree with Certification in Moderate & Severe Disabilities is a certification program for certified teachers who wish to teach students with moderate to severe disabilities (MSD). No LBD Certification is required to be eligible for this program.

Master's

Online

Offers Certification

M.A.Ed. – LBD and MSD Certification

Georgetown College

Georgetown, KY

The Master of Arts in Education degree with certification in Learning and Behavior Disorders and Moderate and Disabilities is a certification program for candidates with a teaching certificate who wish to teach students with mild to moderate learning and behavior disabilities (LBD) and moderate and severe disabilities (MSD). Students who complete the full 60-63 hour course sequence will be eligible for both Rank 2 and Rank 1 in the state of Kentucky.

Master's

Online

Offers Certification

M.A.Ed. – LBD and MSD Certification for Initial Certification

Georgetown College

Georgetown, KY

The Master of Arts in Education degree with certification in Learning and Behavior Disorders and Moderate and Disabilities is a certification program for candidates without a teaching certificate who wish to teach students with mild to moderate learning and behavior disabilities (LBD) and moderate and severe disabilities (MSD). Students who complete the full 60-63 hour course sequence will be eligible for both Rank 2 and Rank 1 in the state of Kentucky.

Master's

Online

Offers Certification

M.A.Ed. – Learning and Behavior Disorders for Initial Certification

Georgetown College

Georgetown, KY

The Master of Arts degree with certification in Learning and Behavior Disorders is an initial certification program for candidates without a teaching certificate who wish to teach students with mild to moderate learning and behavior disabilities (LBD).

Master's

Online

Offers Certification

M.A.Ed. – Moderate and Severe Disabilities for Initial Certification

Georgetown College

Georgetown, KY

The Master of Arts degree with certification in Moderate & Severe Disabilities (P-12) is an initial certification program for candidates without a teaching certificate who wish to teach students with moderate to severe learning and behavior disabilities (MSD).

Master's

Online

Offers Certification

M.Ed. – Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD)

Georgian Court University

Lakewood, NJ

This program is for certified general education teachers who wish to teach students with disabilities in inclusion and special education settings.

Master's

Online

Offers Certification

M.Ed. – Autism Spectrum Disorders Certification

Georgian Court University

Lakewood, NJ

The autism spectrum disorders program gives you in-depth study of the range of the disorder along with insight on intervention methods.

Master's

HybridOnline

Offers Certification

M.Ed. – Special Education Certification (PK-12)

Holy Family University

Philadelphia, PA

This program is designed for those with prior teaching certification in Pennsylvania seeking an additional certificate in Special Education PK-12.

Master's

HybridOnline

Offers Certification

M.Ed. – Special Education/Advanced Practice with Autism Endorsement

Holy Family University

Philadelphia, PA

This program is designed for students who have certification in Special Education and wish to complete a graduate degree that includes advanced courses in Special Education. Students will also complete the Autism Endorsement within this program.

Master's

Online

Offers Certification

M.Ed. with Initial Special Education Certification Grades PreK-12

Holy Family University

Philadelphia, PA

This program is designed to provide individuals who have undergraduate degrees in fields other than education with the opportunity to pursue a career in teaching students receiving special education supports and services in grades Pre K – 12.

Master's

Online

Offers Certification

M.Ed. in Special Education with Grades PreK-12 Special Education Certification (for non-certified teachers)

Point Park University

Pittsburgh, PA

This program is for non-certified teachers seeking initial certification in Grades PreK-12 Special Education and a M.Ed. in Special Education.

Master's

Online

Offers Certification

M.A. in Special Education with Grades PreK-12 Special Education Certification (for certified teachers)

Point Park University

Pittsburgh, PA

This program is designed for certified teachers with an undergraduate degree who want to increase their marketability and prepare more fully to meet the challenges of today’s inclusive schools.

Master's

In-Person

Offers Certification

M.A. – Advanced Teaching in Special Education (Cross-Endorsement)

University of Saint Joseph

West Hartford, CT

The Master of Arts in Advanced Teaching in Special Education focuses on in-depth knowledge and skill development for meeting needs of learners with special needs in multiple K-12 settings, and is aligned to Connecticut Cross-Endorsement Regulations.

Master's

In-Person

M.A. – Special Education Autism Spectrum Disorder Focus

University of Saint Joseph

West Hartford, CT

The Master of Arts in Special Education with Autism Spectrum Disorder Focus program focuses on special education theory and evidence-based practices. Special emphasis is placed on the assessment and intervention of core and related deficits of students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Master's

In-Person

M.A. – Special Education (No Endorsement)

University of Saint Joseph

West Hartford, CT

The Master of Arts in Special Education focuses on in-depth knowledge and skill development for meeting needs of learners with special needs in multiple K-12 settings, including curriculum adaptation.

Master's

In-PersonOnline

Early Childhood Special Education Master’s

Concordia University Chicago

River Forest, IL

Concordia University Chicago’s Master of Arts in Early Childhood Special Education is designed for educators with an early childhood certificate/endorsement or the LBS1 (pre-kindergarten to age 21) endorsement.

Master's

In-PersonOnline

Offers Certification

Special Education Master’s

Concordia University Chicago

River Forest, IL

The Master of Arts Degree in Special Education is designed for certified educators who desire to become an accomplished special education teacher as well as receive an LBS 1 endorsement.

Master's

In-PersonOnline

Special Education Leadership Master’s

Concordia University Chicago

River Forest, IL

The Master of Arts Degree in Special Education Leadership is designed for applicants with an interest in the administrative work involved in leading special education programs.

Master's

On-CampusOnline

Offers Certification

M.Ed. Special Ed Certified Teachers

Goucher College

Baltimore, MD

This program is designed to help general educators more effectively work with students with special needs. Participants will learn about assessments for special education students, analysis of data, curriculum design and adaptation, and planning for differentiation.

Master's

On-CampusOnline

M.A.T. Elementary Special Education Certification

Goucher College

Baltimore, MD

The master of arts in teaching (M.A.T.) degree with Elementary Special Education concentration (grades 1-8) is a certification program designed to prepare college graduates who wish to enter the teaching profession, but who have not had adequate preparation for teaching.

Master's

On-CampusOnline

M.A.T. Dual – Elementary/Middle Special Education Certification

Goucher College

Baltimore, MD

The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) degree with Dual Certification – Elementary (1-6) and Elementary/Middle Special Education (grades 1-8) is a program designed to prepare college graduates who wish to enter the teaching profession but who have not had adequate preparation for teaching.

Master's

On-CampusOnline

M.A.T. Secondary Special Education Certification

Goucher College

Baltimore, MD

The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) degree with Secondary Special Education Certification (grades 6-12) concentration is a certification program designed to prepare college graduates who wish to enter the teaching profession but who have not had adequate preparation for teaching.

Master's

On-CampusOnline

M.A.T. Dual – Secondary Content and Special Education Certifications

Goucher College

Baltimore, MD

This is a dual certification program designed to prepare college graduates who wish to enter the teaching profession but who have not had adequate preparation for teaching.

Doctorate

In-PersonOnline

Special Education Specialization

Concordia University Chicago

River Forest, IL

The doctoral program in Special Education is designed for candidates who desire to continue their education as educators and scholars prepared for leadership roles in the area of special education in public or private institutions.

Doctorate

Online

Special Education Doctorate

SAIL / OAESA

Columbus, OH

Certificate, Licensure or Endorsement

Online

Endorsement Options

Georgetown College

Georgetown, KY

For experienced certified teachers who wish to add an endorsement or an additional certification to their certification. These courses may be taken alone to earn the endorsement or certification or may be added to our Teacher Leader degree program.

Certificate, Licensure or Endorsement

Online

Offers Certification

Director of Special Education Certification

Georgetown College

Georgetown, KY

The Director of Special Education Program allows you the opportunity to learn advanced leadership skills that pertain to special education. You will have the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills to advocate, nurture, and sustain a school culture that promotes high levels of student learning.

Certificate, Licensure or Endorsement

HybridOnline

Offers Certification

Autism Endorsement

Holy Family University

Philadelphia, PA

This program is designed for students who wish to earn an Autism Endorsement in the state of Pennsylvania.

Masters & Doctorate Degrees in

Special Education

The rewards of teaching students with disabilities and learning challenges are enormous. A graduate degree in Special Education builds expertise in research, instructional design, individualized education program (IEP) development and behavioral management.

Program Filters

Degrees

Format

M.Ed. – Special Education General Curriculum – K-12 Virginia Licensure Track

M.Ed. – Special Education General Curriculum – K-12 Virginia Endorsement Track

M.A.Ed. – Special Education w/ ASD Endorsement

M.A.Ed. – Special Education w/ SLD Endorsement

M.A.Ed. – Special Education w/ EBD Endorsement

M.Ed. – Curriculum & Instruction: Special Education Emphasis

M.Ed. – Initial License Special Education Moderate Disabilities

M.Ed. – Initial License Special Education Severe Disabilities

M.Ed. – Professional License Special Education Moderate Disabilities

M.Ed. – Professional License Special Education Severe Disabilities

M.Ed. – Special Education & ABA Moderate Program

M.Ed. – Special Education & ABA Severe Program

M.A.Ed. – Learning and Behavior Disorders

M.A.Ed. – Moderate and Severe Disabilities

M.A.Ed. – LBD and MSD Certification

M.A.Ed. – LBD and MSD Certification for Initial Certification

M.A.Ed. – Learning and Behavior Disorders for Initial Certification

M.A.Ed. – Moderate and Severe Disabilities for Initial Certification

M.Ed. – Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD)

M.Ed. – Autism Spectrum Disorders Certification

M.Ed. – Special Education Certification (PK-12)

M.Ed. – Special Education/Advanced Practice with Autism Endorsement

M.Ed. with Initial Special Education Certification Grades PreK-12

M.Ed. in Special Education with Grades PreK-12 Special Education Certification (for non-certified teachers)

M.A. in Special Education with Grades PreK-12 Special Education Certification (for certified teachers)

M.A. – Advanced Teaching in Special Education (Cross-Endorsement)

M.A. – Special Education Autism Spectrum Disorder Focus

M.A. – Special Education (No Endorsement)

Early Childhood Special Education Master’s

Special Education Master’s

Special Education Leadership Master’s

M.Ed. Special Ed Certified Teachers

M.A.T. Elementary Special Education Certification

M.A.T. Dual – Elementary/Middle Special Education Certification

M.A.T. Secondary Special Education Certification

M.A.T. Dual – Secondary Content and Special Education Certifications

Special Education Specialization

Special Education Doctorate

Endorsement Options

Director of Special Education Certification

Autism Endorsement

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