Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education - General Curriculum

Offered by the Mary Frances Early College of Education, The Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in Special Education- General Curriculum is designed for individuals seeking initial certification who hold undergraduate degrees in other fields, and who do not hold a teacher certification. The four semester program provides rigorous preparation while meeting the needs of working adults including paraprofessionals, and provisionally certified teachers. 

A M.A.T.  degree in Special Education-General Curriculum is for those interested in teaching students with mild disabilities who are following the general education curriculum. Training in this emphasis area prepares teachers to work in inclusive and direct service models while supporting students with learning disabilities, behavioral disorders, mild intellectual disabilities, and autism. In addition, this degree program of study leads to a Graduate Certificate in Dyslexia/Dyslexia Endorsement demonstrating the completion of intensive training in identification and intervention for students with dyslexia.

Highlights

1. Ranked #5 Best Online Master’s Degree Program in Special Education by US News & World Report.
2. Earn a Graduate Certificate in Dyslexia/Dyslexia Endorsement
3. Superb faculty knowledgeable in quality online learning
4. Scholarship opportunities available
5. Designed with working adults in mind
6. Online classes with low professor-to-student ratios
7. Certification spans preschool through 12th grade
8. Highly marketable certification area

Professional preparation: Earned, or will have earned, a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution before the date of enrollment at the University of Georgia.

GPA: Minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 for all courses taken.

The state requires that all candidates have a minimum 2.5 GPA on undergraduate or previous graduate work. Go to the Georgia Professional Standards Commission website for details.

Online Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) in Special Education – General Curriculum  Application Checklist

1. Application – Submit the Graduate School Admissions online. Application fee: $75 Domestic/$100 International.
2. Select Campus – Online
3. Select Degree Level – Masters
4. Select Intended Program – Special Education (Comm Sci and Special Ed) [MAT_SPED_ONL]
5. Select Intended Term – Summer
6. Résumé or curriculum vita – Submit online to the Graduate School.
7. Statement of Purpose – Submit a one-two page statement of purpose online to the Graduate School. The statement of intent should clarify the candidate’s relevant background, interests, and goals in relation to the program.
8. Transcripts – Submit unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended as part of the online application. Send official transcripts after you are offered admission.
9. Letters of Recommendation – Submit three letters of recommendation online to graduate school. Letters should be from individuals who can evaluate the applicant’s scholarly ability and potential for success in a graduate program.

The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education - General Curriculum program leads to Professional Licensure.

Not all programs are available to residents in all states. Please check the institution's State Authorization and Professional Licensure website(s) to ensure you reside in an authorized state. University of Georgia's Professional License Disclosure

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