Master of Education in Special Education
Ohio University
Program Details
This master’s in Special Education online program offers four concentrations in the field of Intervention Specialist. All specializations promote equitable learning for all students and the delivery of a quality educational experience. Teachers can choose to focus their education on one of the following areas:
- Mild to Moderate Educational Needs – This track can lead to licensure for teachers working with children with mild cognitive impairment, specific learning disabilities, and/or emotional disturbance.
- Moderate to Intensive Educational Needs – Teachers in this track will be prepared to work with students with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities and/or multiple handicaps.
- Early Childhood Intervention Specialist – This program prepares students to work with special needs children ages 3 to 10.
- STEM+ for ALL Fellowship – Teachers with a background in STEM can pursue this fellowship, which offers a stipend that goes towards living expenses while you are enrolled.
Learning Pace
Institution-PacedLearning Schedule
Asynchronous% Online
100% OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
School Accreditation & Licensing
Ohio University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent, Additional Materials May Be Required
Additional Info
- This program meets the Ohio teacher licensure requirements and is also available to those NOT holding a teaching license at the undergraduate level.