Special
Education
Master's Specialty Programs
PROGRAM INFORMATION
Master's
Specialty Program Students pursuing the Master's
degree specialty program may earn the 36 hour Master's Arts (MA) or the
30 hour Master's of Education (MEd) degree. Those interested in completing
the thesis option pursue a MA degree. The Master's Specialty program provides
students an opportunity to develop competence in special education. The
student and advisor develop a plan of study that complements the background
and career plans with required and elective coursework.
The
Master's specialty program is designed for: (a) allied professionals (e.g.,
occupational, physical, speech therapists) who are not interested in obtaining
teacher certification; (b) students primarily interested in a research-oriented
program.