Overview

Earn an online M.S. in Special Education with a Specialization in Education Diagnostics Online from the Texas A&M International University to help students with special education needs achieve their full academic potential with individualized support. Upgrade your special educational credentials for a broad range of leadership roles, including special education director and educational diagnostician.

This M.S. in Special Education online combines broad-based special education expertise—such as state and federal policies, classroom management for exceptional children and evidence-based instructional strategies—with focused education diagnostician coursework. Our education diagnostician curriculum is directly aligned with the objectives of the TExES 253 exam, so you will learn to assess students for learning and behavioral disabilities, provide appropriate diagnoses and implement tailored interventions. You will also complete hands-on field experiences and the state-mandated Youth Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Youth Suicide and Dyslexia Trainings.

Career opportunities

Educational Diagnostician
Special Education Teacher
Special Education Program Coordinator
Behavior Intervention Specialist
Instructional Coach – Special Education
Dyslexia Specialist
Youth Mental Health Advocate or Consultant

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Evidence-Based Practice for Students with Disabilities
Psychometrics
Measurement & Evaluation
Issues in Disability throughout Lifespan
Special Education Law and Ethical Responsibility
Trends & Issues in Special Education

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

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This program is delivered online, featuring 7-week courses and six start dates each year. Choose the start date that is best for you.

Language

English

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PTE Academic

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Laredo, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Bachelor’s or master’s degree
Minimum 2.75 GPA on the last 60 hours
Official transcripts documenting an earned Bachelor or Master degree from a Regionally Accredited University
Code of Ethics
FERPA Consent
Service Record - minimum of 3 years experience
Texas Educator Certificate
COED Application

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

33990 USD / year

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Out-of-State

33990 USD / year

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In-State

12111 USD / year

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Funding

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