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
Top Online Programs
University of Phoenix
At University of Phoenix, we believe everyone deserves access to higher education.
At University of Phoenix, we believe everyone deserves access to higher education.
- M.A. in Education/Special Education
- M.A. in Education/Curriculum and Instruction - Reading
- M.A. in Education/Elementary Teacher Education
Ashford University
Balance your job with online coursework as you earn your Bachelor's or Master's degree at Ashford University Online.
Balance your job with online coursework as you earn your Bachelor's or Master's degree at Ashford University Online.
- MA/Education - Special Education (non-licensure)
- MA/Education - Culturally Responsive Education
- MA/Education - No Specialization
Liberty University
We keep our tuition affordable because it is an integral part of the overall mission for our university.
We keep our tuition affordable because it is an integral part of the overall mission for our university.
- M.Ed. - Program Specialist in Gifted Specialist
- MA in Teaching - Special Education
- M.Ed. Teaching and Learning - Special Education
- M.S. in Special Education (K-12)
- M.A. in Teaching (K-8)
- M.Ed. Instructional Design
Grand Canyon University
Grand Canyon University is currently offering programs through our Online Campus in our College of Education, Ken Blanchard College of Business, College of Nursing & Health Sciences, College of Liberal Arts, and College of Entrepreneurship.
Grand Canyon University is currently offering programs through our Online Campus in our College of Education, Ken Blanchard College of Business, College of Nursing & Health Sciences, College of Liberal Arts, and College of Entrepreneurship.
- M.Ed. Special Ed (Not Eligible for IR/Non-Credential)
- M.Ed. Special Ed (Eligible for IR/Credential)
- M.Ed. Special Ed for Certified Special Educators
Concordia University Online
Take your career to the next level with a degree from Concordia University.
Take your career to the next level with a degree from Concordia University.
- M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction: The Inclusive Classroom (SPED)
- M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction: Career and Technical Education (CTE)
- M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction: Environmental Education
Northcentral University
Northcentral University offers a unique, one-to-one faculty/student online learning experience that can help you achieve your goals.
- Special Education - Master of Education
- General Education - Master of Education
- Early Childhood Education - Master of Education
Walden University Online
Earn a respected bachelor's degree, master's degree, or Ph.D. online at Walden University.
Earn a respected bachelor's degree, master's degree, or Ph.D. online at Walden University.
- M.S.Ed - Special Education (non-licensure)
- M.S. in Education
- M.S.Ed - Professional Development (Grades PreK-12)
- MS in Education - Educational Psychology
- MA in Teaching (for Aspiring Teachers Grades 5-12)
- MS in Education (for Existing Teachers Grades K-12)
American InterContinental University Online
Earn an online degree that really matters from AIU Online.
Earn an online degree that really matters from AIU Online.
- Master's (M. Ed.) in Educational Assessment and Evaluation
- Master's of Education (M.Ed.) in Curriculum and Instruction
- Master's of Education (M.Ed.) in Instructional Technology
Keiser University Graduate School
Keiser University offers degrees in fields that are in high demand and provides job placement assistance to all its students and alumni.
Keiser University offers degrees in fields that are in high demand and provides job placement assistance to all its students and alumni.
- Education, MS (Online)
- Education, MS - Teaching and Learning (Online)
Full Sail University - Online
Learning at Full Sail University has always centered around interaction and the exchange of ideas. Our online curriculum fully embraces this philosophy.
Learning at Full Sail University has always centered around interaction and the exchange of ideas. Our online curriculum fully embraces this philosophy.
- Education Media Design & Technology, Master of Science (Online)
- M.A. - Educational Technology, Design, & Telecommunications
Jones International University
Jones International University® offers bachelor's and master's degrees in Business, Education, and Technology.
- M.Ed. in K-12 Instructional Technology
- M.Ed. in Elementary Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment: Teacher Licensure
- MEd in Elementary Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment
