Advanced Practice Special Education with Autism Endorsement, M.Ed.
Specifically designed as a practitioner’s degree, for students who wish to acquire the knowledge, skills and experience necessary to work in a professional field.
Program Overview
This Accelerated Degree Program is designed to provide individuals, who have undergraduate degrees in fields other than education, the opportunity to pursue a career in teaching special education in grades PK-12. While earning a Master of Education degree, students also meet Pennsylvania state requirements for Special Education PK-12 teacher certification.
Program Information
- Degree Awarded
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- Master of Education
- Program Location
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- Blended
- Online
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