SPECIAL EDUCATION
Special education majors help those who need it most. You may choose to teach those with physical, cognitive, emotional or behavioral disabilities; young children, teenagers, or adults. Special education majors are in high demand and have plenty of choices.
Special education teachers earn approximately $43,570 per year on average. There are degree programs for special education online, where you can earn a degree while you work. Common career paths for special education majors include:
Special education teachers earn approximately $43,570 per year on average. There are degree programs for special education online, where you can earn a degree while you work. Common career paths for special education majors include:
- Primary grades special education teacher
- Rehabilitation teacher
- Teacher of the visually impaired
- Teacher of the hearing impaired
- Learning disabilities specialist
Master of Arts in Education/Special Education
University of Phoenix Online
$17,435.00 Request Information
The M.A. in Education / Special Education degree from University of Phoenix Online is a 45 credit hour program that also requires 100 hours of field experience, including student teaching. This program is for students also seeking teacher certification. Tuition is $485 per credit hour, there is a $45 application fee, and a $65 graduation fee.Accreditation Agency: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
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Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education
Grand Canyon University Online
$17,750.00 Request Information
At Grand Canyon University Online, a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education degree can be completed with 45 credit hours of study, and an internship component if the student wants to be eligible for a teaching credential. A traditional graduate student will pay $390 per credit hour. There is a $100 application fee and a $100 graduation fee.Accreditation Agency: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
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Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education for Certified Special Educators
Grand Canyon University Online
$14,240.00 Request Information
At Grand Canyon University Online, a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education for Certified Special Educators degree can be completed with 36 credit hours of study. A traditional graduate student will pay $390 per credit hour. There is a $100 application fee and a $100 graduation fee.Accreditation Agency: North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
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