Special Education (M.Ed.)

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At a Glance

1-2 Year

Program

Multiple Learning

Formats

36

Credits

Sessions begin May & September

 

Make an Impact on Diverse Learners 

Do you aspire to serve those with diverse learning abilities? Our Master of Education in Special Education prepares students to address the complex learning needs of students with disabilities. Earn your degree your way with a variety of learning formats – and gain invaluable hands-on experience through field experiences at a public, Catholic, or independent schools.

 

Program Highlights

We have designed an engaging  learning experience for you—that means providing exceptional faculty and advisors to support you in building your skillset. Here are just a few of the highlights of your program: 

  • Variety of learning formats
  • Complete your program in as little as one year
  • Conduct research and attend conferences with faculty
  • Student-teaching opportunities locally or abroad  
  • Accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)

 

What Can I Do With a Master of Education in Special Education?

A M.Ed. in Special Education can position you for a number of roles within special education. A few career paths that value a background in special education can include: 

  • Assistive Technology Specialist 
  • Curriculum Specialist 
  • Special Education Advocate 
  • Central Office Administrator

Master of Education in Special Education Courses:

Diagnostic and Corrective Literary Instruction

Transition and Family Issues for Individuals with Disabilities

Special Education – Foundations and Characteristics of Exceptional Learners

Instructional Implementation of the IEP

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WHY MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY?

Hear from our students about WHY they chose Marymount University!

Icon for Supportive Faculty “My professors guided me through uncertainty, helped shape my career goals, and gave me the confidence to consider a Ph.D. in education.” - Aileen MartinezM.Ed. in Special Education

Supportive Faculty

“My professors guided me through uncertainty, helped shape my career goals, and gave me the confidence to consider a Ph.D. in education.”

- Aileen Martinez
M.Ed. in Special Education
Icon for Personalized Support “The small program size helped me form lasting bonds with faculty and classmates—supportive relationships that shaped both my academic and personal growth.” - Ellington MendezM.A. in Forensic and LegalPsychology

Personalized Support

“The small program size helped me form lasting bonds with faculty and classmates—supportive relationships that shaped both my academic and personal growth.”

- Ellington Mendez
M.A. in Forensic and Legal
Psychology
Icon for Career Transformation “Marymount gave me the support and flexibility to transition from engineering into physical therapy—and make a full-circle career change I’m proud of.” - Eva CepedaDoctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Career Transformation

“Marymount gave me the support and flexibility to transition from engineering into physical therapy—and make a full-circle career change I’m proud of.”

- Eva Cepeda
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
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Dual Degree Edge

“I’m earning dual master’s degrees in IT and business at Marymount to stand out in the competitive tech industry.”

- Mohamed Mongalgi (international)

Dual Master’s in Business
Administration and Information
Technology (MBA/MS)

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