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Early Childhood Special Education

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Tuition USD 16,326 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,992 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MEd
Delivery On-campus
Location Anchorage, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Early Childhood Special Education at University of Alaska Anchorage is a MEd programme in Education, 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 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

  1. Language of instruction: English
  2. Study mode: On-campus
  3. English requirement: IELTS 6
  4. Tuition: USD 16,326 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,992 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  5. Location: Anchorage, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Early Childhood Special Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:

  1. Teacher / Lecturer
  2. Educational Consultant
  3. Curriculum Designer
  4. School Administrator
  5. Education Policy Researcher
  6. Training Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Fundamentals of Research in Education
  2. Data-Informed Instruction and Decision Making
  3. Action Research in Education
  4. Developing and Writing Literature Reviews
  5. Special Children from Birth Through Five
  6. Assessment: Early Childhood Special Education
  7. Strategies: Early Childhood Special Education
  8. Autism: Communication and Social Disorders
  9. Family Partnerships in Early Childhood Special Education
  10. Advanced Internship: Early Childhood Special Education

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Provide transcripts documenting a GPA of 3.00 in most recent 30 credits.
  • Submit a resume documenting experience in early childhood special education, early childhood education or a related field
  • Submit a goal statement on career goals and how they relate to the MEd program.
  • Submit three letters of recommendation or rating forms from professional references, including one from a supervisor.
  • Participate in an interview if requested by the department.
  • Submit copies of applicable licenses, certificates or other professional credentials.
  • Successfully complete the Praxis I: Pre-Professional Skills Test (PPST).

    • English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.

    Tuition & Financial Information

    Tuition Fee

    USD 16,326 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,992 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

    Tuition fees: USD 16,326 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,992 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

    IELTS requirement: 6

    Financial Aid & Scholarships

    Contact University of Alaska Anchorage 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 University of Alaska Anchorage

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    University of Alaska Anchorage

    Anchorage, United States

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