Special Education Graduate Programs (M.A., Licensure)

Practical applications of research and theory

Creative teaching methodologies
Comprehensive assessment strategies and methodologies—accent is on classroom-based assessment
Opportunities for skill refinement
Collaboration between team members and service providers

Learn alongside a cohort of educators.

Graduate Program Options

1. M.A. Degree

Basic Program: a non-licensure sequence designed for those who possess or do not want licensure in E/BD or LD.
With E/BD concentration: leads to licensure in the area of Emotional/Behavioral Disorders
With LD concentration: leads to licensure in the area of Learning Disabilities
With E/BD and LD concentrations: leads to licensure in the areas of Emotional/Behavioral Disorders and Learning Disabilities

2. Licensure for applicants not pursuing a master’s degree:

E/BD: leads to licensure in the area of Emotional/Behavioral Disorders
LD: leads to licensure in the area of Learning Disabilities
E/BD and LD: leads to licensure in both areas

3. Licensure for applicants without a current Minnesota teaching license. Applicants must:

Hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field (e.g., psychology, counseling, social work, etc.)
Have relevant experience with students with E/BD and/or LD in an educational setting
Complete two courses prior to enrollment or transfer equivalent course work from an accredited institution:EDUC603: Introduction to K-12 Schools (2 credits) and EDUC604: Introduction to Theories and Practices of Teaching and Learning (3 credits)

Accreditation

All education programs are approved by the Minnesota Board of Teaching. Bethel University is a member in good standing of the Teacher Education Accreditation Council.

Complete your graduate work in Special Education

Degree requires 34 semester credits OR licensure only requires 29 semester credits
Register once for the entire program
Attend class with a supportive group of busy educators who progress through the program together
Be evaluated primarily on written assignments, projects, presentations, class discussions, and small group participation

Schedule designed for busy in-career adults