Special Education (for Certified Teachers) [MAT]
Programme overview
Main Subject
Education and Training
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Online
The Master of Arts in Teaching in Special Education (for Certified Teachers) through the Special Education & Communication Sciences and Disorders Department is for current teachers who desire a master’s degree with special education endorsement (choice of Autism Spectrum Disorders, Cognitive Impairment, Emotional Impairment, Learning Disabilities, or Physical/Other Health Impairment). The program encompasses the range and depth required to accommodate contemporary education programs and service delivery systems.
This program is for teachers who hold a teaching certificate and seek first, second, or third special education endorsement.
Online Education Eligibility
- The U.S. Federal Government limits the number of online courses international students may enroll in while living in the United States. For this reason, we cannot admit students on F1 visas to fully online programs. Please check with International Admissions to confirm eligibility before applying.
- All applicants, please review Online Education for Out-of-State Students to confirm you are eligible to enroll in an online program based in Michigan.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Education and Training
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Online
The Master of Arts in Teaching in Special Education (for Certified Teachers) through the Special Education & Communication Sciences and Disorders Department is for current teachers who desire a master’s degree with special education endorsement (choice of Autism Spectrum Disorders, Cognitive Impairment, Emotional Impairment, Learning Disabilities, or Physical/Other Health Impairment). The program encompasses the range and depth required to accommodate contemporary education programs and service delivery systems.
This program is for teachers who hold a teaching certificate and seek first, second, or third special education endorsement.
Online Education Eligibility
- The U.S. Federal Government limits the number of online courses international students may enroll in while living in the United States. For this reason, we cannot admit students on F1 visas to fully online programs. Please check with International Admissions to confirm eligibility before applying.
- All applicants, please review Online Education for Out-of-State Students to confirm you are eligible to enroll in an online program based in Michigan.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must also meet the following program requirements:
- Submit the names and contact information for two references who know the candidate’s professional ability, capability, disposition, etc.
- Satisfy one of the following requirements:
- If seeking the first special education endorsement, a copy of the applicant’s current teaching certificate is required with the application.
- If seeking a second or third special education endorsement, a copy of the applicant’s current teaching certificate and initial special education endorsement is required with the application
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