Program Overview

Master of Education in Special Education Learning and Behavioral Disabilities

The Master of Education in Special Education Learning and Behavioral Disabilities is an online program designed to equip educators with the expertise to support students with diverse needs. This program focuses on building expertise in evidence-based classroom and school practices, enabling graduates to qualify for advanced roles in special education.

Program Overview

The program is delivered in a convenient online learning format, offering maximum flexibility for working adults. It includes 30 credit hours of coursework, comprising 27 credit hours of core courses and three credit hours of electives. The curriculum is relevant for students with and at risk of developing learning and behavioral disabilities across various grade levels, content areas, and school environments.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program can pursue career opportunities such as:

• Behavior Specialist
• Academic Intervention Specialist
• MTSS/PBIS/RtI Instructional Coach
• Special Education Coordinator
• Program Specialist/Director in Special Education
• Special Education Professional Development Specialist
• Gifted and Talented Specialist
• Inclusion Specialist
• Special Education Curriculum Developer

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, applicants must:

• Have a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited university
• Submit a nonrefundable application fee of $55 ($90 for international applicants)
• Provide a copy of official transcripts from all institutions where course credit was granted
• Have a minimum 2.75 GPA overall or 2.75 GPA in the last 60 hours of undergraduate course work (plus any completed graduate courses)
• Upload copies of any teaching licenses and/or certifications
• Submit a resume/CV and a statement of purpose
• Provide two letters of recommendation
• For applicants without a U.S. bachelor's degree (or equivalent), submit an approved English proficiency exam score that meets the minimum program requirements

Tuition

The total tuition for the program is $15,014*. The program is paid by the course, allowing students to achieve their academic goals while remaining within their budget.

Courses

The program includes core courses such as:

• Teaching Language Arts to Students with Disabilities
• Education Students with Emotional/Behavioral Disorders
• Teaching Mathematics to Students with Disabilities
• Principles and Practices of Effective Instruction
• Advanced Practices in Learning Disabilities/Inclusion
• Assessment and Evaluation of Students with Disabilities
• Behavior Management: School Application of Applied Behavior Analysis
• Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports in Schools
• Advanced Practices in Educating Students with Emotional/Behavioral Disorders
• Special Education Practicum

Calendar

The program offers multiple start dates throughout the year, with each term lasting eight weeks. Students can choose the start date that fits their goals and schedule.