Program Details
Meet the demand for special education teachers and inspire achievement in learners with special needs by completing Brenau University’s online Master of Education in Special Education. Finish your program in three semesters and prepare for continued success in your career.
Brenau’s education programs are accredited by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission for Teacher Education Programs (GaPSC), so you can be confident you’re earning an advanced credential recognized for high academic standards and quality. Endorsements in ESOL, math, reading or science are also available by completing three additional courses.
The 100% online, customizable curriculum emphasizes supporting students with autism spectrum disorder, and all students complete an autism endorsement. Study assessment strategies, curriculum development, trends in special education and more. Students also complete a capstone experience to analyze and present an area of educational interest to demonstrate their new expertise.
Graduates of the M.Ed. in Special Education have the specialized knowledge and field experience to plan, implement and evaluate teaching practices for learners with special needs. Possible career paths include special education teacher in elementary, middle or high school.
% Online
100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
Brenau University 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)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV, Occupational License
Restricted States
Alabama, Alaska, American Samoa, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Federated States of Micronesia, Florida, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Marshall Islands, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Islands, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Palau, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virgin Islands, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming