SPLS
Master's - Clinical Teacher
Special Education Programs
Clinical Teacher Option
The Master of Arts in Special Education is based on an Information Literacy Model. Students gain skill in locating, organizing, critically evaluating, using and disseminating information; effectively using the ever-expanding information base to solve problems in the field of special education; and producing new information related to the field. Competencies are acquired via completion of a nine (9) semester hour core of courses.
The Clinical Teacher option is available to certified teachers seeking a master's degree and an initial endorsement in one area of special education.
Admissions
Program of Study
Special Education Core Courses |
Special Education Content and Related Courses |
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SPED 6010 |
3 hrs |
SPED 5300 |
3 hrs |
SPED 6150 |
3 hrs |
EDT 5410 or 5420 |
3 hrs |
SPED 6370 |
3 hrs |
SPED 5800, 5400, or 5700 |
3 hrs |
SPED 5850, 5450, or 5750 |
3 hrs |
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SPED 5040 |
1 hrs |
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SPED 5330 |
3 hrs |
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SPED 5340 |
3 hrs |
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SPED 6300 |
3 hrs |
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SPED 6380 |
3 hrs |
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SPED 6610 |
3 hrs |
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SPPA 5950 |
2 hrs |
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SPED 6740* |
6 hrs |
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Subtotal |
9 hrs |
Subtotal |
30-36 hrs |
TOTAL: 39-45 Hours
* May be waived with two years successful teaching experience under temporary approval.
Resource guide
Special Education resources for career guidance and exploration
