• M.Ed. in Special Education: Early Childhood
• M.Ed. in Special Education: Elementary / Middle
• M.Ed. in Special Education: Secondary
• Non-Degree Special Student option: Special Education course
• Post-master's C.A.S. in Education: Special Education

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Individual planning. Small classes. Careful placement. These are just some of the distinguishing features of Loyola's graduate program in Special Education. Designed to provide initial career certification as well as advanced professional development, the M. Ed. in Special Education blends theory and practice to support the immediate professional needs of teachers in all stages of their careers. Students gain knowledge of best practices in teaching, student learning, transition and serving special needs students in a variety of settings. Successful completion of the M. Ed. leads to state certification and full qualification as set forth by the Council for Exceptional Children.

Emphasizing service delivery, classroom techniques and advanced professional skills, the graduate program in Special Education aims to produce qualified - not just certified - teachers capable of administering quality services to students with special needs. The program's practical orientation and personal approach serves a critical market need by training future leaders in special education. Open to students from a variety of academic backgrounds and careers, the program mainly attracts practicing professionals seeking advanced training and preparation, and a more comprehensive, unified degree. The curriculum emphasizes collaboration and sensitivity to prepare educators for working with and supporting parents and co-educators.

Partnerships with schools create numerous opportunities for students seeking field experience and professional development. Loyola's close ties to school systems, non-public schools, and state approved special education facilities provide training as well as links to prospective employers. Courses in grant writing and action research enhance knowledge and skills development for students interested in more advanced career training.

Programs:

• Master of Education in Special Education (M. Ed.), Early Childhood Special Education (Birth to Age 5) - 39 credits and prerequisites (as needed)
• Master of Education in Special Education (M. Ed.), Elementary/Middle (Grades 1-8) - 39 credits and prerequisites (as needed)
• Master of Education in Special Education (M. Ed.), Secondary (Grades 6-12) - 39 credits and prerequisites (as needed)
• Certificate of Advanced Study in Education (CASE) - 30 credits beyond master's degree
• Non-degree Special Student option: Special Education course

"We support out students' working needs - they know they'll get a high quality education, not just credits for certification. These people are interested in special education as a career, not just a job."

     -Elana Rock, Coordinator of Graduate Programs in Special Education, Associate Professor of Education

"I appreciated being treated like a professional. My views were respected and I felt like I was really learning. I was able to ask questions which were relevant to my professional needs. The classes were relevant and interesting and there were many interactive processes going on within the room."

     -Cynthia Kleiman, Intermediate Level Teacher, Norbel School