M.Ed. in Special Education with PA Teacher Certification
24 monthsProgramme duration
Jan, AugStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Education and Training
Degree
MEd
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
This master’s program is designed for those seeking Pennsylvania certification as a Special Education teacher. Special Education teachers work with people who have a broad range of learning, mental, emotional and physical disabilities. They adapt general education lessons and teach such subjects as reading, writing and math to students with mild and moderate disabilities. They also impart basic skills, including literacy and communication techniques, to students with severe disabilities.
Lehigh’s faculty in Special Education are recognized experts in such areas as autism, learning disabilities, academic intervention, emotional behavior disorders and positive behavior support. Master’s candidates learn the best practices for designing instruction and teaching students with a wide variety of disabilities. Educators in the field are in demand and that trend is expected to continue. The number of positions nationally is predicted to rise by 8 percent from 2016 to 2026, adding 33,300 new jobs, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Once certified to teach in Pennsylvania, that certification has reciprocity in most states.
Certifications Offered:
Lehigh’s faculty in Special Education are recognized experts in such areas as autism, learning disabilities, academic intervention, emotional behavior disorders and positive behavior support. Master’s candidates learn the best practices for designing instruction and teaching students with a wide variety of disabilities. Educators in the field are in demand and that trend is expected to continue. The number of positions nationally is predicted to rise by 8 percent from 2016 to 2026, adding 33,300 new jobs, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Once certified to teach in Pennsylvania, that certification has reciprocity in most states.
Certifications Offered:
- Special Education PreK-12 PA Teacher Certification
- Special Education PreK-12 and General Education PreK-4 PA Teacher Certification
- Special Education Pre-K12 and General Education 7-12 PA Teacher Certification
Programme overview
Main Subject
Education and Training
Degree
MEd
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
This master’s program is designed for those seeking Pennsylvania certification as a Special Education teacher. Special Education teachers work with people who have a broad range of learning, mental, emotional and physical disabilities. They adapt general education lessons and teach such subjects as reading, writing and math to students with mild and moderate disabilities. They also impart basic skills, including literacy and communication techniques, to students with severe disabilities.
Lehigh’s faculty in Special Education are recognized experts in such areas as autism, learning disabilities, academic intervention, emotional behavior disorders and positive behavior support. Master’s candidates learn the best practices for designing instruction and teaching students with a wide variety of disabilities. Educators in the field are in demand and that trend is expected to continue. The number of positions nationally is predicted to rise by 8 percent from 2016 to 2026, adding 33,300 new jobs, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Once certified to teach in Pennsylvania, that certification has reciprocity in most states.
Certifications Offered:
Lehigh’s faculty in Special Education are recognized experts in such areas as autism, learning disabilities, academic intervention, emotional behavior disorders and positive behavior support. Master’s candidates learn the best practices for designing instruction and teaching students with a wide variety of disabilities. Educators in the field are in demand and that trend is expected to continue. The number of positions nationally is predicted to rise by 8 percent from 2016 to 2026, adding 33,300 new jobs, according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Once certified to teach in Pennsylvania, that certification has reciprocity in most states.
Certifications Offered:
- Special Education PreK-12 PA Teacher Certification
- Special Education PreK-12 and General Education PreK-4 PA Teacher Certification
- Special Education Pre-K12 and General Education 7-12 PA Teacher Certification
Admission Requirements
3+
115+
85+
6.5+
68+
Two letters of recommendation (at least one recommendation must come from a faculty member at an accredited academic institution), transcripts, TOEFL score, if applicable, 3.0 GPA (undergrad), and essay
2 Years
Jan
Aug
- Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
- Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
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