Special Education Teachers are some of the most in-demand teachers in education. Special ed teachers held a total of about 441,000 teaching jobs in 2004. The U.S. Dept. of Labor-Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the demand for qualified special education teachers to grow faster than average through 2014. This makes it a great time to get your special education degree. Start by viewing our directory of colleges offering master's degrees in special education. Read about leading universities and compare education programs. Complete the simple online form to get free information about degree programs that interest you.
Grand Canyon University
Grand Canyon University is a premier, private, accredited, Christian university located in Phoenix, Arizona. The University offers online and campus-based bachelor's, master's, and doctorate degree programs.
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Capella University - School of Education
At Capella University, you will earn your degree in education from an accredited university that delivers the challenges of a traditional classroom, but gives you the flexibility of an online program.
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Ashford University - Undergraduate Programs
Ashford University Online allows you to earn a respected degree without the traditional hassles. Build your class schedule around your busy life and earn your degree with Ashford's affordable, accelerated and convenient online programs.
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Walden University
Walden's College of Education is the leader in education programs for working professionals because our curriculum is focused on helping educators develop as leaders in their learning communities.
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Liberty University
With Liberty University Online, you can fit your education around your life. This means that you can earn an accelerated, accredited degree when and where you are-–no night classes, no commuting. It's simple, flexible and of course, Christian.
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Graceland University - School of Education
Graceland University's School of Education was awarded the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) 2007 Platinum Award for best online practices. Only one other School of Education won this award.
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University of Phoenix
With convenient class locations and online learning, University of Phoenix makes quality higher education highly accessible for working students. Acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for a career in education.
Select a Campus: Online | Bay Area, CA | Central Valley, CA | Colorado, CO | Detroit, MI | Ft. Lauderdale, FL | Indianapolis, IN | Jacksonville, FL | Las Vegas, NV | Louisiana, LA | Nevada, NV | Orlando, FL | Phoenix, AZ | Richmond, VA | Sacramento, CA | San Diego, CA | Southern Arizona, AZ | Southern California, CA | Tampa, FL | Utah, UT | West Michigan, MI
Ashford University - Graduate Programs
Ashford University Online allows you to earn a respected degree without the traditional hassles. Build your class schedule around your busy life and earn your degree with Ashford's affordable, accelerated and convenient online programs.
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Online/Distance Programs
Master's
Assessment & Measurement, Child Development, Culturally Responsive Education, Distance Learning, Early Childhood Education, Education, Educational Technology, English Language Learner, Environmental Studies, Higher Education, Public Policy, Special Education, Teacher Leader, Teaching & Learning w/ Tech
Bachelor's | Master's
Assessment & Measurement, Child & Family Development, Culturally Responsive Education, Distance Learning, Early Childhood Ed, Ed & Public Policy, Educational Technology, Elementary Ed, English Ed, Environmental Studies, Higher Education, History Ed, Physical Ed, Policy, Special Education, Secondary Ed, Teacher Leader, Teaching & Learning w/ Tech
Master's | EdD | EdS | PhD | Grad Certificate
Adult Ed, College Teaching, Curriculum & Instruction, Education Admin, Educational Leadership & Mgmt, Educational Psychology, Enrollment Mgmt, Instructional Design for Online, IT Education, Nurse Ed, K - 12 Studies in Ed, Leadership, Management Ed, Postsecondary, Professional Studies, School Counseling, School Psychology, Special Ed Leadership, Reading, Training
Master of Education
Differentiated Instruction, Collaborative Teaching & Learning, Curriculum and Instruction, Mild/Moderate Special Education with Licensure, Technology Integration, Quality Schools
Continuing Education | Bachelor's | MAT | MEd | EdD
Behavioral Health, Business Ed, Continuing Teacher Education Courses, Curriculum & Instruction, Effective Schools, Elementary Ed, Ed Admin, English, English Literature, Higher Education Leadership, History, Instructional Leadership, Instructional Tech, Interdisciplinary Studies, Math, Organizational Leadership, Professional Learning Communities, Reading, Secondary Ed, Science, Social Studies, Special Ed, Teacher Leadership, Teaching, TESOL
AA | BS | MA | MEd | EdS | EdD
Admin & Supervision, Chaplaincy, Early Childhood Ed, Education, Educational Leadership, Elementary Ed, General Ed, Gifted Ed, Math Ed, Reading Ed, Religious Ed, School Counseling, Secondary Ed, Special Ed, Teaching & Learning
Master's
Special Education - Deaf & Hard of Hearing
Certificate | Master's
Instructional Tech Specialist, Leadership, Organizational Development, Secondary Ed, Special Ed, Teacher Cert
Master's | Graduate Certificate
Curriculum & Instruction, Ed Leadership, Inclusion Ed, Literacy
Associate's | Master's | Doctorate | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Computer Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood Ed, Ed Admin, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, Educational Specialist, Elementary Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed, Special Ed, Teacher Ed for Elementary Licensure, Teacher Ed for Secondary Licensure, Teacher Leadership
Bachelor's | Master's | EdS | Post Bachelor's Certificate | PhD
Adolescent Literacy & Tech, Administrator Leadership, Child & Adolescent Studies, Consultation, Counseling & Social Change, Counselor Education and Supervision, Curriculum, Early Childhood and Primary Ed, Ed Leadership & Admin, Ed Tech, Education, Elementary Reading, Emotional Behavioral Disorders, Forensic Mental Health, Integrating Technology, Learning Disabilities, Literacy, Mathematics, Middle-Level Ed, Nonprofit Management & Leadership, Professional Dev, Special Ed, Science , Teacher Leadership, Teaching & Learning, Trauma & Crisis
Arizona
Certificate | Bachelor's | Master's
Early Childhood Ed, Education, Elementary Ed, Individualized Option, Special Ed
Campuses: Phoenix, Southern Arizona
Certificate | Associate's | Bachelor's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Arizona Alternative Cert Option, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, Elementary Ed, Elementary Teacher Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed, Counseling, Early Childhood, Ed Admin, Elementary Teacher's Ed
California
Campuses: Antelope Valley, Coachella Valley, Fairfield, Folsom, Modesto, Moreno Valley, Ontario, Roseville, San Diego, Santa Maria, Victor Valley, Walnut Creek, Yuba City
Master's | EdS | Credential | Bachelor's
Admin Services Credential, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood Developement, Ed Leadership & Admin, Ed Specialist Credential, Elementary Ed, Instructional Tech, Liberal Arts, Multiple Subject Teaching/Credential, Professional Clear, Professional Learning Community, Reading, School Counseling, Ryan/1059, School Psych, Secondary Ed, Single Subject Credential, Special Ed, CLAD, Early Childhood Development, Liberal Studies, Multiple Subject Credential, Multiple Secondary Ed, Subject Credential, PPS Credential, Ed Services Credential
Campuses: Oxnard Graduate Center, Thousand Oaks, Woodland Hills Graduate Center
Master's | Doctorate | Bachelor's
Counseling & Guidance, Curriculum & Instruction, Deaf & Hard of Hearing, Special Ed, Teacher Preparation, Ed Leadership, Higher Ed Leadership, Liberal Studies
Campuses: Costa Mesa, Los Angeles, Orange, San Fernando, San Jose
Bachelor's | Master's | Credential
Admin Services, CLAD, Cross-Cultural Teaching, Early Childhood Development, Ed Admin, Ed & Instructional Tech, Ed Counseling, School Psych, Single Subject Credential, Special Ed, Reading, Teaching, Crosscultural Teaching, Educational Admin, Instructional Tech
Campuses: Kern County, La Verne
Credential | BA | MS | MEd | EdD | Certificate | BS
Educational Counseling, Educational Mgmt, Education Specialist: Mild/Moderate Credential - Level 1, Education Specialist: Mild/Moderate Credential - Level 2, Multiple Subject Teaching, Organizational Leadership & Mgmt, Preliminary Admin Services, Pupil Personnel Services, Single Subject Teaching, Special Education, Special Emphasis, Child Development, Child Life, Reading & Language Arts Specialist, School Psychology
Campuses: Bay Area, Central Valley, Sacramento, San Diego, Southern California
Certification | Associate's | Master's | EdD | PHD | Certificate
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, California Teachers of English Learners, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood Ed, Ed Leadership, Elementary Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed, California teachers of English Learners, Early Childhood, Ed Admin, Ed Technology, School Counseling, California Teachers of English Learners Cert, Californai TEachers of English Learners Cert
Colorado
Campuses: Denver Tech Center, Lakewood Center, Northern Colorado Center, Southern Colorado Center, Sterling Center, Western Colorado Center
Bachelor's | Teaching License | Master's | Graduate Certificate | Graduate License | Teaching License| Graduate License
Alternative Licensing Program, Alternative Licensing Program for Educators, Corporate Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood Ed, Elementary Ed, Special Ed
Campuses: Colorado, Southern Colorado
Certificate | Associate's | Bachelor's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Computer Ed, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood, Ed Admin, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, Elementary Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Mathematics Ed, Higher ED Admin, Paraprofessional Ed, Principal Licensure, School Counseling, Counseling, Higher Ed
Connecticut
Associate's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Computer Ed, Continuing Ed, Counseling, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood, Ed Admin, Ed Leadership, Elementary Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed, Special Ed
District of Columbia
Associate's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, Elementary Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed
Florida
Associate's
Business Mgmt, Child Development, Child w/Special Needs, Early Childhood Ed, English Language Learner, Family & Child Services
Campuses: Ft. Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Orlando, Tampa
Associate's | Bachelor's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Computer Ed, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood, Ed Admin, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, Elementary Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Mathematics Ed, Higher Ed Admin, Paraprofessional Ed, Special Ed, Elementary Teacher Ed, Higher Ed, Ed Tech
Georgia
Certificate | Associate's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Counseling, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, Elementary Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed, Principal Licensure
Hawaii
Associate's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, Elementary Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed, Secondary Ed
Idaho
Associate's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Ed Admin, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, Elementary Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed Admin, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed, Special Ed
Indiana
Master's
Adult Ed, Continuing Ed, Early Childhood Ed
Louisiana
Associate's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, Elementary Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed, Special Ed
Maryland
Certificate | Master's | MEd
Curriculum & Instruction, Admin & Supervision, Ed Tech, Montessori Ed, Reading, School Counseling, Special Ed, Speech-Language Pathology
Massachusetts
Certificate | Associate's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Counseling, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, Elementary Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed, Principal Licensure
Michigan
Master's | Eds | Certification
Admin, Biology, Chemistry/Biochemistry, Cognitive Impairments, Computer & Info Systems, Early Childhood Education, Education, Education Admin, Education Specialist, Learning Disabilities, Liberal Studies, Literacy (K-12), Special Education, Technology in Education
Campuses: Detroit, West Michigan
Associate's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed & Training, Computer Ed, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood, Ed Admin, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed, Adult Ed, Elementary Ed
Minnesota
Campuses: Brooklyn Park, Eagan, Eden Prairie, Lake Elmo/Woodbury, Mankato
Associate's | Certificate
Child & Family Services, Child Development, Early Childhood Ed, English Language Learner, Special Needs, Child w/Special Needs, Family & Child Services
Missouri
Associate's | Master's | EdD
Administration & Supervision, Continuing Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, Elementary Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed, Special Ed
Nevada
Campuses: Las Vegas, Nevada, Reno
Associate's | Bachelor's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, Elementary Ed, Elementary Teacher Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed, School Counseling, Admin & Supervision, Early Childhood Ed, Ed Counseling, Elementary Licensure, Computer Ed, Early Childhood
New Mexico
Associate's | Bachelor's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Computer Ed, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood, Ed Admin, Ed Leadership, Elementary Ed, Elementary Teacher Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed, School Counseling
New York
Certificate | Master's
Adolescence Ed., Autism Ed, Childhood / Literacy, Childhood / Special Ed., Literacy, School Building Leader, School Counseling, School District Leader, Special Ed
Bachelor's | Master's | EdD | PhD | Grad Certificate
Applied Psychological Studies, Art Ed, Arts & Humanities Ed, Bilingual Ed, Business Ed in Higher Ed, Childhood Ed, Counseling & Guidance, Counseling for Mental Health & Wellness, Counseling Psychology, Dance Ed, Early Childhood Ed, Ed Communication & Tech, Ed Leadership, Ed Psychology, Ed Theatre, English Ed, Environmental Conservation Ed, Foreign Language Ed, Higher Ed Admin , History of Ed, Int'l Ed, Literacy Ed, Mathematics Ed, Multicultural/Multilingual Studies, Music Ed, Philosophy of Ed, Psychological Development, School Psychology, Science Ed, Social Studies Ed, Sociology of Ed, Special Ed, Student Personnel Admin , Teaching & Learning, TESOL
North Carolina
Certificate | Associate's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Counseling, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, Elementary Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed, Principal Licensure
Ohio
Certificate | Associate's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Counseling, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, Elementary Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed, Principal Licensure
Oregon
Associate's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood, Ed Leadership, Elementary Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed
Pennsylvania
Associate's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Computer Ed, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Ed Admin, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, Elementary Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed Admin, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed
Tennessee
Campuses: Chattanooga, Memphis, Nashville
Associate's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Computer Ed, Continuing Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Ed Admin, Ed Leadership, Ed Tech, Elementary Teacher Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed, Special Ed, Ed Technology
Texas
Campuses: Austin, Dallas, Houston, San Antonio
Associate's | Master's | EdD | PhD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Computer Ed, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood, Ed Admin, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, Elementary Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed, Science Ed, Secondary Ed, Special Ed, Teacher Ed
Utah
Certificate | Associate's | Bachelor's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Continuing Ed, Counseling, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, Elementary Ed, Elementary Teacher Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed, Principal Licensure
Virginia
Campuses: Northern Virginia, Richmond
Associate's | Master's | EdD | PHD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Computer Ed, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, Elementary Ed, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Higher Ed, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed
Washington
Associate's | Master's | EdD
Administration & Supervision, Adult Ed, Continuing Ed, Cross-Categorical Special Ed, Curriculum & Instruction, Early Childhood, Ed Leadership, Ed Technology, English & Language Arts Ed, ESL, Mathematics Ed, Paraprofessional Ed
Wisconsin
Master's | Doctorate
Education, Educational Admin, Educational Leadership, ESL, Professional Studies, Reading Specialist, Secondary Ed, Special Ed
Associate's
Child Development, Child w/Special Needs, Early Childhood Ed, English Language Learner, Family & Child Services
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