This program is intended for teachers who hold an elementary or early childhood education initial license and is designed to provide them with:
An initial license as a teacher of students with moderate disabilities, PreK-8, and
A Master of Education in Special Education, which fulfills the course work requirements for professional licensure in elementary or early childhood education
Admission Requirements
Candidates must meet all College of Graduate Studies admission requirements
Candidates must submit evidence of Massachusetts Elementary or Early Childhood Education Initial Teacher License
Candidates must submit official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate course work
Program Requirements
Candidates must complete SPED 202 (or equivalent) with a minimum grade of “B”; SPED 211 (or equivalent) with a minimum grade of “B”; or SPED 510 (or equivalent) with a minimum grade of “B”
Candidates must, prior to the student teaching experience, complete the appropriate course work listed below