Special Education (M.A.T.) Overview
Earn your Master's degree at JMU
Our programs are designed to develop and enhance each student's personal and professional growth as an effective, reflective and resilient educator.
Description of Program
The Master of Arts in Teaching degree program is designed to lead to initial licensure in special education with specific concentrations in Special Education-General Curriculum K-12 or Special Education-Early Childhood (birth-age 5). Candidates completing the program are prepared to serve as teachers of individuals with disabilities in a variety of educational placements. There are two programs of study for students wishing to pursue an M.A.T. in Special Education. The first (the fifth-year program) is a continuation of the undergraduate, pre-professional program in Special Education-General Curriculum K-12 and Special Education-Early Childhood (birth-age 5). The second (initial licensure program) is designed for individuals who already hold a bachelor's degree and are interested in pursuing initial licensure to teach Special Education-General Curriculum K-12 or Special Education-Early Childhood (birth-age 5).
Degree Offered
Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.)
Concentrations
Adapted Curriculum
K-12 Special Education
Visual Impairments
Early Childhood Special Education
Certificates
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Hours:
Mon - Fri: - 8 am - 5 pm
