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.

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Master's
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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.

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Master's
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M.A.Ed. – Special Education w/ SLD 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 specific learning disabilities.

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Master's
Online
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M.A.Ed. – Special Education w/ EBD 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 emotional behavior disorders.

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Master's
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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

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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.

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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.

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Master's
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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.

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Master's
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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.

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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.

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Master's
In-Person
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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.

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Master's
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M.A. – Special Education with a focus on Autism and Neurodiverse Learners

University of Saint Joseph
West Hartford, CT

The Master of Arts in Special Education with a focus on Autism and Neurodiverse Learners 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).

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Master's
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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.

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Master's
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M.Ed. Early Childhood Special Education

Concordia University Nebraska
Seward, Nebraska

For current teachers who want to earn a Master of Education degree in Early Childhood Special Education.

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Master's
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M.Ed. Special Education

Concordia University Nebraska
Seward, Nebraska

For current teachers want to earn a Master of Education degree in Special Education.

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Master's
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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.

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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.

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Master's
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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.

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Master's
On-CampusOnline
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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.

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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.

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Master's
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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.

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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.

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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.

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Doctorate
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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.

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Doctorate
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Leadership Doctorate – Special Education

SAIL / OAESA
Columbus, OH

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.

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Certificate, Licensure or Endorsement
HybridOnline
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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.

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Certificate, Licensure or Endorsement
Online
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Autism and Neurodiverse Learners Graduate Certificate

University of Saint Joseph
West Hartford, CT

The Autism and Neurodiverse Learners Graduate Certificate program focuses on special education theory and evidence-based practices.

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