Special Education (M.A.T.) Overview

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 Behavior
K-12 Special Education
Visual Impairments
Early Childhood Special Education

Certificates

Autism Spectrum Disorder

K-12 Special Education (Adapted Curriculum)

Early Childhood Special Education