Program Details
Prepare for a career working with a growing part of the student population, those with special needs. The focus of this online special education degree is to develop teachers who can lead these students with special learning needs. The curriculum emphasizes the roles and responsibilities of those teachers and focuses on using assistive technology and behavioral methods.
Customize your degree by choosing from two tracks:
- Special Education Emphasis
- Gifted and Talented
The Special Education Emphasis focuses on gaining the knowledge and skills needed to work with individuals with disabilities. The Gifted and Talented track provides a thorough understanding of theory, research strategies, and best practices of gifted education.
% Online
100% OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
School Accreditation & Licensing
University of Houston is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
GREApplication Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s)