Program Details
You can gain expertise in identifying the distinctive learning abilities and psychological requirements of children with disabilities with the Master of Education in Special Education from ECU. This online gifted and special education master’s degree covers the ABCs of teaching students with mild to moderate disabilities in PreK-12 settings.
Besides imparting knowledge and skills in educational technologies, teaching methods, and ethical and legal aspects, your online special education curriculum delves into practices in behavioral and instructional interventions. You will study core education subjects such as science, mathematics, and social studies. Other topics of study include:
- Behavior modification
- Cultural diversity
- Dignity and responsive teaching
A practicum provides hands-on experience before you start student teaching. Graduates have the knowledge to successfully pass state certification for teaching students with mild / moderate disabilities.
Learning Pace
Institution-PacedLearning Schedule
Asynchronous% Online
100% OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
School Accreditation & Licensing
East Central University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
2.5 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Essay/Writing Sample, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV
Additional Info
- Applicants must submit a teaching or alternative teaching certificate OR a non-teaching verification form.
East Central University’s College of Education is accredited nationally by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education. For more information about NCATE, which is now the Council for the Accreditation of Education Preparation, please visit www.caepnet.org.