Overview

As the number of students requiring special education services increases, the need for special education teachers continues to grow.

The Master of Science in Teaching Students with Disabilities Birth - Grade 6 and Early Childhood at Mercy College New York leads either to initial or professional certification in three areas:

two in special education

one in early childhood education

Professional certification requires an initial certificate and three years of classroom experience.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Language Development & Literacy Acquisition
Develop and Exceptionalities
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Teaching Students
Differentiated Instructional Methods and Materials

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-04 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-22 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

48 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

Education Teaching Early Childhood Education View 1485 other Masters in Teaching in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

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Other requirements

General requirements

Letters of recommendation
Personal statement
Résumé
Test scores
Additional transcripts from other colleges or universities

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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
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Tuition Fee

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International

49920 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1040 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

49920 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1040 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

49920 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1040 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for New York City

1819 - 3968 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

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Teaching Students with Disabilities Birth - Grade 6 and Early Childhood.

Available Scholarships

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