Overview
The Special Education program provides experiences across several disciplines looking beyond just understanding. Students apply learning through projects and assignments that are practical and connected to their professional fields.
Courses offered are fully online, synchronously or asynchronously. For student convenience, courses that meet synchronously are in the evenings or on weekends.
The Special Education Department offers both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Special Education.
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Special Education is a 39 credit major leading to a bachelor’s degree and certification by the Maine Department of Education to teach students with mild to moderate disabilities
- Master of Science (MS) in Special Education offers two different concentrations that are designed to meet the needs of educators at different career levels.
- Teaching Students with Mild to Moderate Disabilities (Certification) is a 39-credit MS degree that includes certification by the Maine Department of Education to teach students with mild to moderate disabilities
- Special Education – Data-Directed Student Progress in Special Education (Non-certification) is a 30-credit MS degree for individuals who are already certified as special educators and who would like to deepen their knowledge and expertise
- Accelerated Graduate Program to the MS in Special Education (4+1) allows USM undergraduates from any major to earn a bachelor’s degree plus the MS in Special Education (Certification) in 5 years.
Bachelor’s Degree Program (BS): Special Education (Certification)
Bachelor of Science in Special Education with a concentration in teaching students with mild to moderate disabilities. For individuals who seek to teach students with mild to moderate disabilities in public and private special purpose schools.
MS in Special Education – Teaching Students with Mild to Moderate Disabilities (Certification)
The master’s option is designed for those seeking initial certification to teach
exceptional children, whether new to the profession or having experience.
MS in Special Education — Data-Directed Student Progress in Special Education
(Non-Certification)
Become equipped with the fundamental skills, knowledge, and competencies
to meet the needs of students with disabilities—in multiple settings.
As Undergraduates You Can Earn Your Graduate Degree Faster in Special Education
Accelerated Graduate Program to the MS in Special Education (4+1)
USM undergraduates can earn both their undergraduate degree in any major
along with a MS in Special Education Certification in 5 years, preparing you to teach in K12 schools.
