Traditional Master’s Program Track in Teaching Students with Disabilities

The traditional M.Ed. in Teaching Students with Disabilities requires a minimum of 33 credits of graduate-level coursework, including 6 core courses (18 credits) and 5 concentration courses (15 credits).

Core Courses (18 credits)

• EDUC 623: Applied Human Development in the Schools
• EDUC 680: Educational Evaluation: Exceptional Children and Youth
• EDUC 681: Techniques for Behavior Change and Positive Behavior Support
• EDUC 682: Current Issues in Special Education
• EDUC 745: Collaborative Teaming in Special Education
• and one methods course aligned with program concentration:
  • K-12
    • EDUC 754: Special Education Instruction and Curriculum: Elementary or
    • EDUC 674: Special Education Instruction and Curriculum: Secondary or
  • Autism & Sever Disabilities
    • EDUC 625: Special Education Instruction and Curriculum: Autism/Severe

Concentration Courses (15 credits)

Students choose a concentration in one of the following areas: K-12 or Autism/Severe Disabilities. Students take 15 credits in their concentration including one course in assistive or educational technology. Please see the recommended courses for the concentrations.

• Students pursuing an additional teaching DE certification as part of the master’s program should consult with their advisor regarding courses required by the state.
• Graduate Assistantships are not typically available to M.Ed. students.
• Delaware teachers and residents are eligible for the Delaware Educator Scholarship.

Application Information

Please see this page for information on applying to the M.Ed. in Teaching Students with Disabilities program.