Program Overview
The Early Childhood Special Education (Birth - Grade 2) at State University of New York at New Paltz is a MEd programme in Education over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Early Childhood Special Education (Birth - Grade 2) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 453 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: New Paltz, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Early Childhood Special Education (Birth - Grade 2) programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Educating Special Learners
- Educational Assessment of Learners with Disabilities
- Teaching Math, Science and Technology in Inclusive Classrooms
- Science and Math for Young Children
- Research in Special Education
- Literacy and Social Studies Instruction for Childhood Learners with Disabilities
- Practicum in Early Childhood Special Education
- Young Children with Disabilities
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
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Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
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English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 453 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 925 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 453 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact State University of New York at New Paltz directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About State University of New York at New Paltz
State University of New York at New Paltz
New Paltz, United States
State University of New York at New Paltz is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
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