Overview

Special Education from Assumption College 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

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

Programme Structure

Courses Included

Diversity in Schooling (Blended Format)

Assessment of Special Learning Needs of Children and Adolescents

Behavioral Assessment and Intervention

Inclusion: Theory and Classroom Practice (Blended Format)

Seminar: Research and Practice in Positive Behavior Support

Practicum and Seminar: Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities

Directed Study

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-05-27 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-21 00:00:00

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Rolling admission

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Blended

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;

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Tuition Fee

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International

29412 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 817 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

29412 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 817 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

29412 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 817 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Worcester

1100 - 1620 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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