Our Collaborative Teacher Special Education (K-12) master’s degree prepares students to be advanced teachers who serve students with disabilities at the elementary (K-6) and secondary (6-12) grade levels. Graduates are prepared to work with children and youth who have disabilities and implement evidence-based practices to meet their individual needs. Our program is available online and on campus.

This program is offered on campus and online.

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Alternative Degree Overview

Teaching Field Coursework — 21 hours

  • At least 1/3 of program shall be in teaching field courses

Professional Studies Coursework — 18 to 33 hours

  • Clinical Residency Requirement: Passing Score on Praxis II Elementary Bundle (5901), Special Education Core Knowledge and Application (5354), and Foundations of Reading (190); Elementary Bundle can be taken separately as mathematics (5903), science (5905), and social studies (5904)

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Traditional Degree Overview

Coursework — 30 hours

  • At least 1/3 of program shall be in teaching field courses

  • A practicum course is required

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Opportunities for Students

  • Best Buddies — a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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