Overview

Special Education from Assumption University aims to help beginning special educators to achieve success, and to provide experienced teachers with an opportunity to extend and refine their knowledge and skills.

Careers

The program is preparing students for successful careers in teaching students with special needs in both inclusive and non-inclusive classroom environments.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Diversity in Schooling

Assessment of Special Learning Needs of Children and Adolescents

Behavioral Assessment and Intervention

Inclusion: Theory and Classroom Practice

Seminar: Research and Practice in Positive Behavior Support

Practicum and Seminar: Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-26 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Worcester, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Enrollment in the Special Education program is open to any qualified individuals who meet the admissions standards. Individuals may enroll in the master's program whether or not they seek Massachusetts teacher licensure.

Have a minimum undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 3.0

Candidates for the Massachusetts Initial License for Teacher of students with Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8 or 5-12) are not required to have passed the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) prior to applying to the program, however, to be eligible to enroll in the practicum, students must submit evidence of passing scores on all MTEL required for licensure.

Completed Application Dated & Signed

Three Letters of Recommendation

Official Transcript(s)

Personal Statement

Current Resume

TOEFL or IELTS for applicants whose native language is not English

Possess a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree;

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

25560 USD / year

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Out-of-State

25560 USD / year

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In-State

25560 USD / year

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Living costs

Worcester

United States

1100 - 1620 USD / month

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Funding

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