Master of Education in Special Education
Augustana University

Program Details

Become a certified special education teacher with this online special education degree. This program is designed for those who hold bachelor’s degrees and a current teaching license. Providing in-depth knowledge within the K-12 specialization area, the goal of this degree is to ensure graduates are well-prepared teachers and leaders who support youths with disabilities in educational settings. Learn to create a classroom that offers a positive learning environment, promoting belonging, mastery, generosity, and independence.

The liberal arts curriculum features such courses as:

  • Functional Behavior Assessments and Interventions
  • Research Methods in Behavior Analysis
  • Management & Supervision for Behavior Analysts
  • Concepts and Principles of Behavior Analysis
  • Professional Ethics for Behavior Analysts

Graduates are ready to take the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA) examination.

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School Accreditation & Licensing

Augustana University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent

Additional Info

  • Requires a current teaching license
  • Offered in collaboration with other continuing education organizations