Online Special Education Degree :: Accredited Universities

This degree will develop your interest in special education and give you an appreciation for the dignity and rights of all people to learn, regardless of their physical or intellectual disabilities or other special needs. It allows you to focus on specialised areas and includes the option of completing a research project (subject to performance).

A prior teaching qualification is not required unless you want to work as a special education teacher in schools.

Key features

Prepares you for the advanced professional duties of a qualified special educator

Gives you flexible study options to allow you to complete this degree by distance education

Allows you to put theory into practice and gain valuable experience through a practicum component

Provides access to the Macquarie University Special Education Centre (MUSEC), which is a centre for research and teaching, and offers an on site practicum in the MUSEC School which brings together psychologists, teachers, therapists and researchers

Entry Requirements

• Australian Bachelor degree or recognised equivalent in relevant field, OR Australian Bachelor degree or recognised equivalent with 12 months relevant experience • Minimum English Language Proficiency: IELTS or IELTS equivalent of 7.5 overall, with minimum 8.0 in Listening, 7.0 in Reading, 7.0 in Writing, 8.0 in Speaking

Other Fees

Overseas examination fees ($100/course)

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

Incidental unit costs

Accpetance fee: $16000 AUD - deducted off the 1st year's tuition

Notes

May require compulsory on/off campus sessions

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The MS in Special Education prepares individuals to teach exceptional children in grades K through 12. The curriculum consists of 9 core courses in the theory and best practices of exceptional student education and 3 electives.

The program is currently accepted by the Florida Department of Education’s Bureau of Certification under Rule 6A-4.003. “Degrees, programs, and credits shall be determined acceptable for educator certification purposes when awarded by an institution of higher learning accredited by one (1) of the regional accrediting associations.” St. Thomas University is accredited by The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.

Entry Requirements

GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
1. A completed and signed Application for Admission.
2. A non-refundable application fee of $40 (US currency). The application fee is waived for alumni of St. Thomas University.
3. Official college and/or university transcripts from the institution where the Bachelor’s Degree was conferred. To utilize VA benefits, veterans are required to submit transcripts from each institution attended.
4. Letter of recommendation or recommendation forms (letters of recommendation forms can be obtained online at www.stu.edu or from the Office of Admissions).
5. Admissions test scores, personal statements, and resume.
6. All graduate applicants who have an undergraduate GPA of less than 3.0 or low scores on standardized tests will be required to take a writing skills course.

SPECIFIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR MS IN SPECIAL EDUCATION:
1. A formal intake interview with the program coordinator.
2. A grade point average of at least 3.0 in the last 60 semester hours of undergraduate work;
3. Passing scores on Florida’s General Knowledge Test or taking the formal writing assessment at the St. Thomas University Academic Enhancement Center. (Students who do not obtain a passing score are required to enroll in GRW 500.)

Other Fees

• Application Processing Fee $ 40

• Tuition deposit $250

• Add/Drop Courses (after the first week of term/semester) $10

• Administrative Drop Fee $300

• International Student Fee $250

• Laboratory Fee $105

• Late Registration Fee ( after 1st week) $150

• Late Payment Fee (assessed monthly) 5 % APR

• Portfolio Assessment Fee (9 credit max) $767

• Returned check fee $50

• Transcript Fee (Official) – next day delivery $25

• Transcript Fee (Official) – 3 free per year $15

• Tuition payment installment plan (AMS) $75

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Azusa Pacific University recognizes the need to provide quality academic programs for graduate students with divergent professional goals and differing educational needs. The Online Master of Arts in Education: Special Education (noncredential) is designed for individuals eager to pursue a master’s degree with emphases in classroom interventions, bilingual special education strategies, emotional disturbance (behavior analysis), autism spectrum disorders, or resource specialist. This program does not lead to a California teaching credential.

The program suits the working professional seeking job opportunities in the areas of disabilities advocacy, private school administration, community college instruction, or as a prerequisite for admission to a doctoral program in special education.

Furthermore, attorneys who wish to specialize in special education law or desire to become a due process hearing officer may enroll in this program. Federal, state, and local government SELPAs employ professionals with this degree to monitor and enforce special education procedures and programs.

Program Highlights
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Flexible program schedules allow students to take classes online while earning their degree.

Expert faculty offer quality instruction grounded in a Christian worldview, creating a relevant program that enables students to make a difference in their classrooms.

Small class sizes create a rich learning community as students progress through the program with a cohort of peers.

Study at a top-ranked, accredited university known for quality in academics and successful graduates.

Entry Requirements

Domestic Applicants Requirements
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Applicants must possess:
A bachelor’s degree
A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.

A minimum 3.0 GPA
A minimum grade-point baccalaureate or master’s grade-point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. (Provisional admittance may be granted to individuals with a grade-point average between 2.5 and 2.9 if competency can be shown using multiple measures.)

Applicants must submit:

- A Graduate Application for Admisssion

- $45 nonrefundable application fee

- Official transcripts

- Letter to the Dean

- A résumé or statement of experience

- Three letters of recommendation

- Two Official transcripts

- Proof of Certificate of Clearance

- Proof of Successful Passage of the CBEST

- Proof of Passage of the CBEST, CSET, or GRE

International Applicants Requirements
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International applicants must:

Meet all standard admission requirements above
International applicants must fulfill the domestic applicant and program-specific admission requirements specified above in addition to meeting the following criteria.

Demonstrate proficiency in English
Proficiency is evidenced by a TOEFL/IELTS score which meets program-specific requirements. Applicants should refer to APU's English Proficiency Requirements to learn more. Applicants who do not meet this requirement may seek conditional admission to the university by enrolling in the APU American Language and Cultural Institute [ALCI] to gain English proficiency. (Some programs allow for other ways to demonstrate proficiency while others do not accept conditional admission through ALCI; please check with an international enrollment advisor for further details.)

International applicants must also submit:

- An International Graduate Application

- A $65 (U.S.) nonrefundable application fee

- Official transcripts

- Official TOEFL/IELTS score report (if applicable)

- An affidavit of financial support and a bank statement

- A recent photo

- A résumé showing work experience

- Three recommendations: two from academic and/or professional sources, and one from a personal source (no family members).

- Essays (international master's degree applicants only)
International applicants must submit a typewritten essay addressing the following questions:
How do you hope to benefit from an academic experience in America?
Describe your current religious or philosophical beliefs.
Explain why you would be a good candidate to study at APU, including any leadership roles you have experienced.

Other Fees

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Careers in special education demand advanced, specialized knowledge and a keen sense of empathy – but provide some of the most rewarding opportunities for direct student interaction in the field of education. The Master of Science in Education with a Specialization in Special Education prepares students to meet the challenges of the field and support the educational needs of those struggling with learning disabilities.

The program helps educators develop practical skills they can apply directly to their career, preparing them for the noble work of teaching autistic and disabled children. Students will also explore the specific proficiencies necessary to become an effective special education advocates and leader within a given community. The program provides a purposeful balance between theory, practice, and the latest research in autism-specific learning disabilities, mild to moderate mental retardation, attention deficit and attention deficit hyperactivity disorders, and serious emotional disturbance.

Coursework will cover, among other topics:

Applied Behavior Analysis
Autism characteristics and assessment
Classroom strategies for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Disability studies
Legal and ethical concerns of special education

Entry Requirements

To be admitted into the CBU online Master of Science in Education program, applicants need to meet the following requirements:

Minimum GPA of 3.0 for unconditional admission and 2.5 for conditional admission

- Unconditional Admission: Applicants who have met the unconditional status GPA requirement, completed the required prerequisites, provided Graduate Admissions with all required application materials, documents, and fees, and have satisfied all other admissions criteria, will be unconditionally admitted to the University with full graduate standing

- Conditional Admission: Applicants who do not meet the 3.0 GPA requirement, but have a GPA of at least 2.5, or who fail to satisfy any other of the admissions criteria, may be admitted conditionally.

$45 application fee

Bachelor’s degree

Official sealed transcripts

A minimum of 2 recommendations with recommendation form - http://www.cbuonline.edu/_pdf/recommendatio_form_grad_ops.pdf.

500 word essay covering these areas

- Purpose for entering the program

- Long-term professional goals

- Reasons for choosing to study at California Baptist University

- Why you are personally suited to teaching

- Additional or distinguishing factors that make you a good candidate for an online master’s in education program

Other Fees

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Campbellsville University’s online Master of Arts in Special Education (MASE) provides essential skills required to meet the current nationwide demand for special-needs teachers. Students who complete the online master’s in special education program will be prepared to handle a cooperative setting for special education students, emotional behavioral and/or learning behavioral disorder students.

This program provides a strong entry to the teaching world for recent bachelor’s graduates with a degree in a non-educational field. In addition, graduate students can earn a Teacher Leader specialization, which takes about 23 months to complete and offers a more direct path to instruction in the K-12 system. Online special education master’s graduates can find job opportunities at many tiers of the education system, and some decide to take on more specialized roles, such as an intervention specialist or behavior analyst.

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements for the online master’s in special education include an official bachelor’s transcript with an adequate grade point average, sufficient GRE/PRAXIS scores, three letters of recommendation, and a personal essay.

Other Fees

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