Online Masters Degrees in Special Education
The educational requirements of special education specialists are increasing (a bachelor's degree is the minimum), and a shortage of these professionals in many states has led to "excellent job prospects" according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Online courses in an online master's degree program will develop students' background in several key areas:
- Learning Disabilities
- Emotional Disturbance
- Mental Retardation
- Social Services
- Curriculum and Instruction

University of Phoenix
With convenient class locations as well as online learning, University of Phoenix makes quality higher education highly accessible. Whether you're seeking an associate's, bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree, we can help you reach your goal while you work - and much sooner than you might expect.
We offer a wide variety of degree programs in campus-based and online formats, enabling us to meet the needs and interests of today's working students, as well as today’s workplace.
Program availability varies by location and format.
Kaplan University
Advance your career and get the distinct competitive advantage you need with an online degree from Kaplan University. And do it without missing a day of work. Kaplan offers working adults like you online programs in Criminal Justice, Technology and Design, Paralegal Studies, and Business. Don't need a degree? Kaplan University also offers Continuing Education certificates in Forensic Nursing, Legal Nurse Consulting, Life Care Planning, and Financial Planning.

Walden University
Now you can earn your degree online while maintaining your personal and professional responsibilities. Walden University is a highly respected and accredited university, offering career-track Ph.D., master's, and bachelor's degrees. Benefit from Walden University's extensive library services as well as their full service Financial Aid office. Programs in Management, Education, Psychology, and Health and Human Services are taught by a stellar faculty. The online curriculum allows you to study when and where it's most convenient.
Jones International University®
Choose from master's degree specializations in business, education, and communications. You'll learn from the brightest minds from leading universities, including The University of Pennsylvania, London Business School, and Carnegie Mellon University. Founded in 1993, Jones International University® is the first regionally accredited online university providing quality education for busy adults. No work experience is required and non-U.S. residents are welcome to attend.

