Overview

This program in Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8, initial licensure) and Applied Behavior Analysis from Cambridge College requires that you have a current job in a setting that will enable you to meet the BACB’s supervised field work requirements.

This includes having a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®) who has agreed to provide supervision for the field work. Accrual of supervision hours and applied projects requiring access to clients and supervision are also essential components of the program.

Special Education (PreK-8 or 5-12, Initial Licensure) Learning Outcomes

As a graduate of this program, you’ll understand how moderate disabilities affect progress in learning academic content of the general curriculum, and strategies for helping special education students to excel. You’ll also be prepared to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

Special Education Jobs

Earning your master’s degree in special education and then becoming licensed as a Teacher of Students With Moderate Disabilities prepares you for rewarding and high-demand careers—whether you want to make a career change or you’re already a teacher and want to move into special education.

Students who complete this program will be eligible for licensure to teach in grades PreK-12 as a co-teacher, a consulting teacher, or a teacher of record in resource room settings. All of these opportunities offer competitive pay and excellent job security. Graduates will also be eligible to become certified behavior analysts with a teaching license.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theories of Typical and Atypical Human Development
Collaboration and Consultation Techniques
Teaching Phonological and Phonemic Awareness and Phonics
Inclusion in Math Class
Pedagogy in Reading and English Language Arts
Assistive Technology: Modifying the Curriculum for Diverse Learners

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-07 00:00:00

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Starting 2024-01-18 00:00:00

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More details

A completed application must be received within enough time for students to receive the i20 and arrive in the U.S. prior to the term start-date.

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

67

Credits

49 SCH

Credits for Licensure: 54-57

Delivered

Blended

Disciplines

Education Special Education Teaching View 3742 other Masters in Education in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

67

Student insurance

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Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official transcript
Earned bachelor’s degree with 3.0 GPA required.
International transcripts must be translated and evaluated by an approved agency.
Current Résumé
Personal Statement - Write a two-page, typed, double-spaced essay (500 words) describing your professional experience, your goals and objectives for graduate study and for educator licensure.
Two Professional Recommendations
MA Educator Documentation from the Massachusetts Dept. of Elementary and Secondary Education (ESE) website.
Required for entry:
Initial or professional license in Massachusetts. See also program-specific requirements.
Massachusetts Educator Personnel ID (MEPID number).
MTEL Communication & Literacy Test, successfully completed.
Fingerprinting and Criminal Offender Record Information
Official demonstration of English language proficiency
Supplemental documentation for issuance of I-20

Tuition Fee

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International

14479 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 591 USD per credit during 24 months.
National

14479 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 591 USD per credit during 24 months.

Living costs for Boston

1560 - 3239 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities (PreK-8, initial licensure) and Applied Behavior Analysis.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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