Overview

This campus-based Elementary Education and Special Education from Southern New Hampshire University helps prepare you for New Hampshire state licensure in elementary education (K-6) and general special education (K-12) by combining theory with hands-on, practical experience in real classrooms. At SNHU, you'll also develop project-based learning activities and work directly with elementary students during an immersive summer learning programme.

Skills you'll learn:

Developmentally appropriate learning experiences

Scientifically based instructional strategies

Special education law's influence on professional practice

Reading, language and math development practices

Use of technology in student learning and achievement

Methods and materials for teaching social studies and science

Career Outlook

In the field of elementary and special education, there are many ways to work with children – or even adults. After completing this programme, you could go on to work in industries such as education or corporate training, using your pedagogical, management and assessment skills to develop both students and employees.

Career paths include:

Elementary teacher

Special education teacher

Training and development specialist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theoretical Foundations

Students with Exceptionalities

Curriculum Integration and Design

Instruction in Literacy

IEP Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 13 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-04 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manchester, United States

Disciplines

Education Special Education Primary Education View 2559 other Masters in Education in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit proof of a completed bachelor’s or graduate degree (or U.S. equivalent). Southern New Hampshire University requires an official third-party evaluation from a NACES or AICE approved evaluating organization.

Students can be accepted or approved for the waiving of foundational courses based on an official general third-party evaluation, with a GPA. Students who wish to have transcripts reviewed for additional transfer credits are required to provide a course-by-course official evaluation.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

14521 USD / year

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Out-of-State

14521 USD / year

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Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14521 USD / year

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Living costs

Manchester

United States

990 - 1785 USD / month

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

Funding

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Skills you'll learn:

Career Outlook

Programme Structure

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Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Academic requirements

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