MEd in Special Education

About the Program

Our program offers three tracks to best serve the needs of our students:

• Master of Education in Special Education—Advanced Program本课程专为拥有特殊教育初级证书或临时证书的教师设计，并希望有资格向康涅狄格州申请下一级认证. 对于想要在特殊教育领域获得专业知识的非认证教师和非教师来说，这条赛道也是理想的, such as behavior specialists, instructional coordinators, home schoolers, and parents of children who are at-risk or identified with special needs.

• Master of Education in Special Education—Cross Endorsement Program: 本课程专为持有其他领域(如初等教育或中等教育)有效康涅狄格州教学证书的持证教师设计, among others). Upon completion of the program, 学生有资格向康涅狄格州申请在他们的教师证书上增加特殊教育的额外背书.

• Master of Education in Special Education—Initial Certification Program: 本课程专为持有学士学位并希望进入特殊立博体育官网专业的学生而设计. This could include substitute teachers, para educators, school psychologists, and individuals who want to become teachers. Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to apply to the state of Connecticut for the Initial Teaching Certificate in Special Education.

Course objectives and desired outcomes are achieved through learning experiences that promote collegial discourse, collaborative problem solving, and reflective practice, 包括要求参与者在专业实践中应用特定内容和能力的基于性能的应用程序.

Degree Requirements

Our online Master of Education in Special Education—Advanced Program consists of a minimum of 30 credit hours completed in a two-year sequence.

The online Master of Education in Special Education—Cross Endorsement Program and Initial Certificate Program consist of 36 credit hours completed in just over two years, with two student teaching experiences. Students in all tracks may choose to finish faster by taking more than one class at a time.  

Each of the course offerings is designed to maximize individual engagement through relevant, interactive, and collaborative instruction.

没有教育背景或没有参加过介绍性特殊教育课程的学生将在他们的第一门课程中同时参加EDH 510:有特殊需要的儿童和成人的理论基础.

The program of study is a cohesive framework of courses well-grounded in important theoretical studies; a progressive sequence of field-based/experiential learning opportunities to allow for the application of such theoretical models in the school environment; and an integrated research requirement that serves the program’s culminating experiences.

For more information, and to see a complete list of degree requirements, visit the Course Catalog.

Prepare Students to Overcome Challenges

Program Benefits

Benefits of our online Master of Education in Special Education include:

• Convenience: 在线教学为您提供了自主学习的便利-在家中或办公室舒适地学习，而无需特定或要求的课程或登录时间.

• Strong preparation in a broad range of disabilities: The rigorous academic program touches on learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral issues, and intellectual disabilities, preparing you to teach effectively across the learning spectrum. Diverse training offers you the opportunity to work with a broad range of students, making you versatile in the workplace.

• Project-based learning in real-world settings: Most courses include project-based learning, in which you apply lessons learned in actual classroom settings. Guided by our experienced faculty, you will develop deeper understanding of required competencies. Experiential learning provides you with the opportunity to learn theory and apply it to actual students. Additionally, 您可以在您感兴趣的领域获得经验，因为教师使用个性化的方法进行基于项目的作业和经验选择.

• Research and application in the field:  Collaborating with a faculty advisor over two semesters, students in the Advanced Program will complete a capstone research project in a real-world classroom setting. 交叉认可和初始证书课程的学生选择特殊教育的重点领域，并完成6个学生教学实习学分, along with a portfolio.

Request more information about our online Master of Education in Special Education.

Math Cross-Endorsement

从特殊教育项目的医学硕士毕业并获得康涅狄格州初步认证的学生可以获得教授数学的交叉认可, giving you additional career options. Students can receive the math cross-endorsement by taking the following Praxis exams:

• For Secondary Mathematics Grades 7-12, take Praxis exam #5165 (Mathematics: Content Knowledge)
  
• For Middle School Mathematics Grades 4-8, take Praxis exam #5164 (Middle School Mathematics)

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (regional or national accreditation) in any field; related field preferred.
• Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 required (exceptions may be considered if close to GPA minimum)
• 交叉认可计划的申请人必须在其他领域(如初等教育或中等教育等)持有有效的康涅狄格州教学证书，才有资格入学.
• While not required for admission or graduation from the program, 在申请国家认证之前，攻读初始证书课程的学生需要满足康涅狄格州的通识教育要求. Additionally, 交叉背书和初始证书课程的学生需要通过要求的康涅狄格州执照考试，以便有资格获得州执照. Please contact your admissions counselor for more information.

Please direct any questions to 860.768.4371 or email gradstudy@krissystems.com. 

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Take the Next Step

Now that you’re ready to earn your Master of Education in Special Education, there are a few simple steps to get started.

• Complete our online application
• Request official transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities to be sent to gradstudy@hartfor.edu or the address below:
  Graduate Admissions, CC231
  University of Hartford
  200 Bloomfield Avenue
  West Hartford, CT 06117 USA

Submit the following:

• Two letters of recommendation from professional or academic sources
• Completed online University of Hartford application for graduate study
• Application fee of $50
• A letter of intent specifying the reasons for seeking admission. 你的意向书应该是大约一页的长度，并说明你为什么申请特殊教育项目的医学硕士. Specifically include how you believe the graduate program will help support your current and future career goals. If applicable, please include any professional experience working with individuals with exceptionalities. Additionally, please pay careful attention to grammar and presenting a cohesive, meaningful personal statement. Lastly, please be sure to include your name and contact information in the document.
• A résumé outlining related education and professional experience
• A copy of your current Connecticut teaching certificate (only if you are applying for the Cross Endorsement program)

Deadlines and Dates

Admission into the online master’s program in special education can occur for the fall, spring, or summer semesters. Our program offers a rolling admissions process; however, you are encouraged to apply at least one month prior to intended start date.

International Students

Check the additional requirements for international applicants.

Additional Information

Accreditation

Accreditation and State of Connecticut Certification

Certification programs in the College of Education, 护理和健康专业是根据国家教师教育认证委员会(NCATE)通过CAEP认证系统(CAEP), as well as the State of Connecticut Department of Education. The Educational Testing Service's Praxis II exam is utilized for certification of teachers in Connecticut. See Pass rate.

Professional Licensing Disclosure

Visit Out-of-State Educators to see the Connecticut State Department of Education reciprocity agreement. The NASDTEC website details the interstate reciprocity agreement across states.