Purpose of Degree
This program of study is designed for the candidate who holds certification in Special Education and is seeking to enhance and improve upon their professional practice.

Program of Study
This program of study requires a core of M.Ed. course requirements (6 credits), and a core of Major course requirements (9 credits), five Major course electives (15 credits), and two Program electives (6 credits). This program can be combined with the Supervisory certification, the Applied Behavior Analyst certification, or an individually devised program designed with assistance from an academic adviser. The individually designed program takes into account the work experience and professional goals of the candidate to tailor the course work to the needs of the student.

Thesis option

Requirements:
ELED 570 Introduction to Research

Select one of the following four:
PSED 504 Philosophy of Education
PSED 509 History of Education
PSED 510 The Teacher and the School Community
PSED 511 Educational Sociology

Major Requirements:
SPED 551 Inclusionary Practices
SPED 570 Collaboration in the Education Process
SPED 582 Seminar in Current Trends in Special Education
SPED Elective Seminar (6 credits)
SPED Elective Three Courses (9 credits)

Program Electives:
Select two courses (6 credits) from related field.

Non-thesis option

Requirements:
ELED 570 Introduction to Research

Select one of the following four:
PSED 504 Philosophy of Education
PSED 509 History of Education
PSED 510 The Teacher and the School Community
PSED 511 Educational Sociology

Major Requirements: 18 credits
SPED 551 Inclusionary Practices
SPED 574 Applied Behavior Analysis
SPED 576 Research Problems in Special Education
SPED 582 Seminar: Current Trends in Special Education
SPED 572 Thesis I and SPED Elective
SPED 573 Thesis II

Program Electives:
Select two courses (6 credits) from related field.