Overview

The Master’s in Special Education (Advanced) program at Canisius College places a strong emphasis on theory, research and practicum experience. The curriculum enables you to develop an understanding of etiology, related psychological and social factors, and techniques proven effective for teaching students with diverse learning needs.

Learning outcomes

This master’s program is for you if you have already completed a degree program that led to certifications in either Childhood Education and Childhood Special Education or Adolescence Education and Teaching Students With Disabilities Adolescence Generalist. You will earn professional certification in Teaching Students With Disabilities.

The program also includes pathways to achieve course requirements and to earn a New York State Certification Master of Science Degree in Special Education.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Therapeutic Approaches for Disruptive Behavior

Assessment for Diverse Learners

Collaborative Practices on a Transdisciplinary Team

Transition Issues for Adolescents with Disabilities

Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorders: Etiology & Educational Needs

Behavior Management and Principles of Applied Behavior Analysis

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Buffalo, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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General requirements

Free Online Application

Personal Statement

Resume

Two Letters of Recommendation - letters can be personal, professional or academic references

Transcripts from the institution you have, or will be receiving, your degree from - unofficial or in progress transcripts are acceptable to begin the admissions review process

Applicants with less than a 3.0 undergraduate GPA will undergo additional review

Teaching certification - valid or in progress

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

28350 USD / year

≈ 28350 USD / year
Out-of-State

28350 USD / year

≈ 28350 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

28350 USD / year

≈ 28350 USD / year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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