Online M.Ed. in Special Education

Empowering Students to Transform Our World.

East Central University Online M.Ed. in Special Education degree prepares you for state certification for teaching children with mild to moderate disabilities in preschool through high school in as little as 18 months. The program explores the latest classroom technologies and teaching methods for special education students, while delivering hands-on experience through a practicum opportunity.

ECU Online delivers rewarding experiences and affordable tuition, all in a convenient format that fits your life. To help lower your tuition further, we offer a generous transfer policy for students with previous college credits.

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Courses that Prepare You for State Certification

The online Master’s in Special Education requires you to complete 11 courses for a total of 32 credit hours. The specialized curriculum will prepare you to teach science, mathematics, social studies and language arts in special education classrooms.

Behavior Modification

Learn to effectively increase appropriate behaviors and decrease inappropriate behaviors.

Responsive Teaching

Work directly with students with mild to moderate disabilities through an experience-driven practicum.

Cultural Diversity

Explore the impact of collaborative communities and family systems in teaching special education students.

Continue Your Education in a Flexible Format

ECU’s online programs offer the ultimate flexibility. You will take classes in a format that allows you to advance your education and continue meeting your work and life commitments. In addition to convenience, you will benefit from rigorous academics and rewarding options for engaging classmates.

Advance Your Special Education Career

The online M.Ed. in Special Education degree will prepare you to teach special education students in K-12 settings and pursue leadership and administrative roles in education. As a graduate of this program, you’ll be prepared for state certification and professional advancement opportunities.

Top Special Education Careers

  1. Special Education Director: $120,613 per year1
  2. Special Education Consultant: $83,065 per year2
  3. High School Special Education Teacher: $63,560 per year3
  4. Special Education Advocate: $61,000 per year4

About Us

In 1909, East Central University was established in eastern Oklahoma to provide teacher certification training. Since then, ECU has grown considerably and now offers many undergraduate and graduate degrees. As the alma mater of business leaders, elected officials, artists, scientists and astronauts, ECU continues to provide innovative learning experiences on campus and online.

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Sources

  1. Salary.com. “Director of Special Education Salary in the United States.” Retrieved February 21, 2024, from https://www.salary.com/.
  2. ZipRecruiter. “Special Education Consultant Salary.” Retrieved February 21, 2024, from https://www.ziprecruiter.com/.
  3. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Special Education Teachers.” Retrieved February 14, 2024, from https://www.bls.gov/.
  4. Glassdoor. “Special Education Advocate Salaries.” Retrieved February 21, 2024, from https://www.glassdoor.com/.