Overview

The Special Education - Extensive Support Needs programme at California State University East Bay recognizes that all candidates should be grounded in research and to know its direct applicability to the populations of individuals with disabilities.

Evidence-based practices for diverse learners in inclusive school and community settings are the backbone of the programme to ensure that all individuals may have access to, participate within, and learn across all environments. The master’s degree develops and facilitates both teacher leadership among its graduates and related leadership roles in the field.

Career Opportunities

The Master of Science in Special Education prepares graduates for careers in teaching and leadership roles in the field of Special Education at local and state levels and within professional organizations and communities. Careers may include teachers and specialists, programme supervisors, administrators, advocates and leadership faculty in special, inclusive and general education, and student support and advocacy.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Instruction and Behavioral Supports and Strategies: Extensive Support Needs

Advanced Curriculum and Instruction: Extensive Support Needs

Educating All Learners in Diverse Classrooms

Research Based Practices For Students with Disabilities

Autism Spectrum Disorders: Characteristics and Etiology

Low Incidence Disabilities: Characteristics and Instructional Practices

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-05-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

43 SCH

Delivered

Blended, Online

Campus Location

Hayward, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree from accredited university

Statement of Purpose

Department Application

University Application

Cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0

Valid CA teaching credential

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17599 USD / year

≈ 17599 USD / year
Out-of-State

17599 USD / year

≈ 17599 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9607 USD / year

≈ 9607 USD / year

Living costs

Hayward

United States

1370 - 2510 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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