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M.Ed. in Special Education Graduate Pathway

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The University of Maine’s online M.Ed. in Special Education prepares you to provide high-quality education to all students’ unique learning challenges. You’ll learn to use the latest evidence-based strategies to develop needs-appropriate curricula or prepare young children and their families for success.

Concentrations

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Early Intervention Concentration – Early Childhood

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Low Incidence Disabilities Concentration

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High Incidence Disabilities Concentration

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Dual Concentration in High and Low Incidence Disabilities

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Individualized Concentration

Visit online.umaine.edu to learn more about the online M.Ed. in Special Education programs or umaine.edu/edhd to learn more about the on-campus M.Ed. in Special Education programs.

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Have questions about the M.Ed. in Special Education pathway of the Bachelor of University Studies? Contact an advisor.

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Tessa Smith, M.S.

UMaineOnline Advisor

802.276.0474
tessa.r.smith@maine.edu

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Courses

The following course is required as part of the M.Ed. in Special Education pathway (3 credits):

  • SED 302: Adapting Instruction for Students with Disabilities (3 credits)

Courses in the following content areas are recommended:

  • Exceptionality
  • Child development
  • Psychology

M.Ed. in Special Education Admissions

We have rolling admissions, so you can apply and be accepted into the program anytime. However, the following priority deadlines are recommended:

  • Fall Semester: May 10
  • Spring Semester: November 1
  • Summer Semester: April 1

Applications will still be reviewed after these dates, but acceptance may be deferred for the next semester.

  • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
  • A “B” or better in SED 302, SED 500, or equivalent course.
    For the concentration in Low Incidence Disabilities only. Applicants can still be accepted if they complete the prerequisite coursework before enrolling in M.Ed. courses.
  • Three credits of Teaching Early Childhood Special Education
  • Three credits in one of the following topics: human development, educational psychology, developmental psychology, adolescent psychology, or child development
  • Current experience working or volunteering with young children with disabilities

We have rolling admissions, meaning you can apply and be accepted anytime. The admission evaluation process begins once we’ve received all of your application materials. Before you apply, please review the application instructions. When you’re ready to apply, please submit the following:

  • An online application
  • Current résumé or CV
  • Official academic transcripts from all institutions attended
  • A 400-500 word essay describing your motivation for obtaining an M.Ed. in Special Education with a concentration in Early Intervention – Early Childhood that also demonstrates your writing skills and capacity for reflection
  • Evidence of fingerprinting and a completed background check
  • Proof of teaching certification if you currently hold a teaching license

Applicants may be invited for a personal interview with the Special Education faculty.