School of Education
M.Ed. in Exceptional Children and Youth
The Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Exceptional Children and Youth is designed to develop professional educators committed to careers that involve children, youth, and adults with disabilities. Graduates are prepared to work as special education teachers, education consultants, or educational technology specialists.
Program Tracks
Master’s Program
The traditional degree Master’s Program (MP) track is appropriate for teachers with a teaching certificate in either general or special education who wish to develop advanced knowledge and skills. The traditional degree MP track also may be suitable for individuals who are not teachers but have other experience in the disabilities field and wish to pursue an advanced degree only. For previously certified teachers, the traditional degree track also may be a path to a second certificate in special education. The M.Ed. Traditional track is offered in a hybrid format. Classes are offered in person (synchronous or asynchronous formats) with some courses available in alternate formats (online, hybrid).
Within the MP track, concentrations include:
- Elementary Special Education
- Secondary Special Education
- Autism/Severe Disabilities
- Special Education Technology
Master’s Plus Certification Program
The alternate route Master’s Plus Certification Program (MPCP) track is appropriate for individuals who seek to acquire advanced knowledge and skills while also obtaining their first teaching certificate. The M.Ed. for MPCP tracks is offered in a hybrid format. Classes are offered in person (synchronous or asynchronous formats) with some courses available in alternate formats (online, hybrid).
Within the MPCP track, concentrations include:
- Elementary Special Education
- Secondary Special Education
- Autism/Severe Disabilities
4+1 for UD undergraduates
The 4+1 track is for current UD undergraduate early childhood education, K-8 teacher education and secondary education majors who want an additional certification in special education and an advanced degree. The M.Ed. in Exceptional Children and Youth 4+1 track is an on-campus program requiring enrollment in in-person classes for fall and spring semesters.
There are three 4+1 concentrations for students in the areas of:
Advising
Several faculty members advise students in the Exceptional Children and Youth program.
Application Information
Please see this page for information on applying to the M.Ed. in Exceptional Children and Youth program and visit CEHD’s graduate tuition page.
