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With over 35 majors and minor areas of concentration, Elmira College lays the foundation for a diverse, cross discipline education, encouraging you to both specialize and explore.
Become an advocate for students with learning disabilities and differences at all grade levels.
Elmira College’s MSEd in Inclusive Special Education provides an online, flexible pathway for certified educators looking to specialize in inclusive practices, advance on district pay scales, and earn state credentialing.
If you wish to complete the MSEd in Inclusive Special Education program on a different progression cycle (e.g., two years, one course per term, or some other sequence), you will need to work with the Director of Graduate Studies to develop an individualized plan that meets your specific needs and circumstances.
Our 36-credit hour master’s in special education program is specifically designed for educators who already hold an Initial Teaching License in any content area and want to make a difference for students requiring specialized support.
You’ll complete required in-person, field-based experiences and practicum hours within your local school district or regional area. You’ll work with highly-qualified instructors who have specialized knowledge about inclusive strategies and innovative ways to apply skills.
| Course | Title | Credits |
| EDU 5005 | Education In A Democratic Pluralistic Society | 3 |
| EDU 5300 | Principles Of Curriculum Design: K-12 | 3 |
| EDU 5325 | Critical Issues In (Dis)Ability And Special Education | 3 |
| EDU 5330 | Instructional Design For The Inclusive Classroom | 3 |
| EDU 5335 | Assessment For Student Learning In Special Education | 3 |
| EDU 5550 | Creating Safe And Inclusive Learning Environments | 3 |
| RDG 5010 | Perspectives Literacy Acquisition | 3 |
| RDG 5047 | Theory To Practice: Teaching Literacy In A Diverse Society | 3 |
| EDU 5380 | Practicum in Special Education (K-6) | 1.5 |
| EDU 5385 | Practicum in Special Education (7-12) | 1.5 |
| EDU 5405 | Student Teaching in Special Education (K-6 & 7-12) | 9 |
Admission into Elmira College’s online Master’s in Special Education program requires:
Elmira College is a member of the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP). Pursuant to §52.21 of the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, the educator programs offered by Elmira College are considered to be continuously accredited for purposes of meeting the New York State requirement that all such programs maintain continuous accreditation.
Elmira College offers one of the lowest tuition prices of any four-year private college or university in the region. We’re committed to making your MSEd in Inclusive Special Education affordable.
If you have questions about the admissions process or how to take advantage of some of the career resources we have available, get in touch with us. We're happy to answer your questions!
Ashley Boyd
Coordinator of Professional Programs
Admissions Counselor
Graduate & Professional Studies Advisor
(814) 397-5387 | aboyd@elmira.edu
graduate@elmira.edu