Elementary or Secondary Special Education M.Ed.

The M.Ed. in Elementary or Secondary Special Education Program is an initial certification leading to licensure in elementary (gr1-6) or secondary (gr7-12) special education.

Admission Requirements

1. A completed application form accompanied by a $50 nonrefundable application fee.
2. Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate course work.
3. Professional license (elementary or secondary general education certificate) or passing test scores on the Elementary or Secondary Praxis Principles of Learning & Teaching (PLT).
4. A bachelor’s degree with a minimum cumulative grade point average (G.P.A.) of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale in all undergraduate course work.
5. Three candidate reference forms accompanied by letters of recommendation related to education and experience in special education or related field.
6. A performance-based evaluation that documents the candidate’s education and experience with individuals with exceptionalities if possible.
7. Completion of foundational coursework in special education (SPED 531 or equivalent), and other pre-requisite requirements as determined by the Program Director.
8. Professional goals essay that describes candidate’s commitment to the field of Elementary or Secondary Special Education, cultural awareness, collaboration, and life-long learning.
9. An interview may be required.

Total Credit Hours: 32-35