The Master of Science Degree in Special Education at Saint Vincent College will provide specialized training in educating students with disabilities. The program is designed for certified and non-certified teachers who want additional knowledge or are seeking a second certification. Candidates will explore assessment and instruction strategies and techniques for high incidence, low incidence and emotional disabilities; research the necessary compnenets for writing and implementing individualized education programs, evalutaion reports, and behavioral analyses; and investigate the laws and legislation relevant to special education.
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The goal of the program is to assure quality graduate study with stability and permanence that is achieved in a campus-based program so that students will have all necessary resources immediately available, including the Saint Vincent College Library, computer labs, Internet and e-mail services, the College Bookstore, and the many technology and curricular resources of the Education Department. Most importantly, students will have academic and research advisors housed on the campus who will be readily available for assistance.
Program Format:
The Special Education Master's degree is designed to be an accelerated 36-credit hours that can be completed in and around 21 months (10 required courses, 2 elective courses). Courses are held in the fall, spring, and summer semesters in a 2-session sequence (each session/course is 7 weeks), allowing candidates to complete two courses each term by only attending class one night a week. At the close of the candidate's degree coursework, a comprehensive exam is required. The exam is offered every term, which enables candidates to graduate year round.