Now you can earn your master's degree and Pa. special education certification (PK-12) completely online, no visits to campus required. The Master of Science in Education with a major in 特殊教育 is designed for teachers who wish to earn Pennsylvania certification in special education in order to help this special group of learners reach their full academic and social potentials.

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Why Study 特殊教育 at Wilkes?

Our curriculum builds on foundational knowledge of special education and explores diagnoses, early intervention strategies, individual learning differences, legal requirements and procedures essential for safeguarding 学生 health and welfare, and best practices for meeting the diverse needs of today’s 学生s. After completing this program, you’ll be well-prepared to take on leadership roles within your 区 or to implement best practices in serving diverse learners in your classroom.

What Will You Learn as a 特殊教育 Student?

  • 你会 learn foundational skills in intercultural communication, inclusive classroom practices, and accommodations and adaptations in teaching 学生s with special needs.
  • After a core suite of courses that combine together psychology, curriculum and instruction, and technology in the classroom with issues, laws, and trends in education, you’ll study essential courses in special education with relevant field experience as well as complete an internship.
  • 你会 gain the skills needed to expand your career opportunities in education with opportunities in the classroom, as well as clinical settings.
  • 你会 be well prepared to create, interpret, administer, and implement Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and Section 504 Plans in conjunction with team members based on assessment data and the needs of the 学生.

Thank you for your interest in 立博体育客户端's Graduate Education programs! To learn more about our program please complete the form. If you have questions, or wish to discuss your education goals, please contact:

托尼罗马
安东尼.roma@chalkmark.net
(570) 574-4886

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Convenient 在线 Learning

The program is offered in a convenient online format, giving you the flexibility you need as a working educator.

向领导学习

Professors of the program hold leadership positions in 区s and use their expertise to successfully prepare candidates for work in special education.

Advance Your Education Career

Graduates of our program often take leadership roles within special education. 你会 learn best practices in pedagogy as well as how to organize, lead, and collaborate effectively to bring inclusive practices into the classroom, your school, and your 区.

学费 & 援助

学费 for graduate programs in education for the 2024-25 academic year is $571 每学分,或$1,713 每一个课程. Deferment is available for employers who reimburse tuition and financial aid is available for those who qualify.

职业生涯 & 结果

Graduates of our master’s degree program with special education certification are effective and inclusive teachers who excel in the classroom. Some assume leadership roles within their 区s as supervisors or specialists, serving as mentors to other educators while ensuring programs are in compliance.

Outside the classroom, educators with advanced training in special education can explore career paths as consultants or trainers, support 学生s in clinical settings, or provide guidance to nonprofit organizations committed to meeting the needs of those 有残疾的. 

Job Titles: 特殊教育 Teacher, Educational Consultant, Educational Advocate, Early Intervention Specialist, 特殊教育 Supervisor

注意: PDE released an update to the previous certification guidelines that will go into effect in January 2022. In accordance with these new requirements, 立博体育客户端 is approved to offer the PK-12 特殊教育 certification.