Master's Degrees in Education

Special Education Programs

Prepare to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students with diverse learning needs with the Patton College of Education Special Education program. With hands-on practicum experiences, expert faculty guidance, and a flexible format that can be completed in as few as three to six semesters, the program empowers you to build the expertise needed to advocate for inclusive education and create lasting change in your classroom and community.

  • 100% Online Courses
  • Flexible Schedule

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Majors Offered

  • Intervention Specialist
    • Mild to Moderate (MM) Educational Needs
      Leads to a teaching license for teaching students with specific learning disabilities, mild cognitive disabilities, and/or emotional disturbance.
    • Moderate to Intensive (MI) Educational Needs
      Leads to a teaching license for teaching students with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities and/or multi-handicapping conditions.
    • Early Childhood Intervention Specialist (ECIS)
      Leads to a teaching license for teaching children with special needs ages 3 to 10 (PreK through grade 5).

Affordability

  • Affordable Tuition
  • Financial aid options available
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