Master of Arts in Special Education
Western Michigan University
Program Details
This online special education degree prepares you to gain an endorsement, acts as preparation for advanced graduate training, or provides advanced knowledge of special education for personal growth.
Customize your curriculum by choosing one of these concentrations:
- Expedited clinical teacher is for those seeking initial teacher certification with a focus on special education and endorsement in autism spectrum disorder, emotional impairments, or learning disabilities.
- Clinical teacher is for those seeking their first special education endorsement to go along with their elementary or secondary teaching certificate. These students specialize in either autism, learning disabilities, or emotional impairments.
- Master teacher, additional special education endorsement is for current special education teachers who wish to earn an additional endorsement in autism, emotional impairments, or learning disabilities.
- Master teacher, behavioral intervention specialist is for general or special education teachers who wish to pursue advanced preparation in positive behavior intervention supports and coaching behavior management.
% Online
100% OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
School Accreditation & Licensing
Western Michigan University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent, Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Additional Materials May Be Required
Additional Info
- Requires experience in special education or a related field