Overview

In addition, this Special Education (Moderate Disabilities, Pre-K-8 or 5-12) program at Fitchburg State University prepares graduates to:

Collaborate with teachers and parents to develop effective teaching strategies that will enhance student’s learning
Demonstrate sensitivity, understanding and respect for children and adults from diverse cultural, religious, ethnic, and racial backgrounds

Career Opportunities

The Moderate Disabilities Graduate Program provides teachers with the opportunity to work with individuals with special needs at the indicated levels. Career options include, but may not be limited to:

Inclusion Teacher/Specialist
Special Education Teacher
Resource Room Teacher

Accreditation

CAEP/NCATE accredited
Recognized as Highly Qualified Teachers through MA DOE
Meets CEC Standards

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Understanding Disabilities and Diversity
Language Development, Differences and Disorders
Assessment/Strategies for Students with Disabilities
Reading and Writing: Methods for Secondary Students with Moderate Disabilities (5-12)
Differentiating Content Instruction in Inclusive Classrooms
Emotional, Behavioral, and Autism Spectrum Disorders
Positive Behavioral Supports for Students with Disabilities

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-13 00:00:00 , National

More details

National: applications are reviewed on a rolling admission basis

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

39 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Fitchburg, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.8

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official transcript of a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
Three letters of recommendation
Professional resume
Passing scores for the Communication and Literacy subtest of the Massachusetts Test of Educator Licensure (MTEL) or copy of initial teaching license
Official transcripts of graduate level course work from a regionally accredited institution (if applicable)
Graduate application and fee

An essay, no more than one page in length, in response to one of the following questions:

Tell us about a positive situation in which you helped a person and made a significant difference in that person’s life.
What are the most important factors in establishing a long-term working relationship with students, friends, etc.?
Tell us about a significant event that involved you in a teaching or helping mode.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

3802 USD / year

≈ 3802 USD / year
Out-of-State

3802 USD / year

≈ 3802 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

3802 USD / year

≈ 3802 USD / year

Additional Details

Tuition, In-State and Out-of-State: $1,170 per 6 credits

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Special Education (Moderate Disabilities, Pre-K-8 or 5-12).

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