Special Education: Specialization in Early Childhood Special Education MACertificateEndorsement
University of Nebraska-LincolnProgram Overview
The Special Education: Specialization in Early Childhood Special Education MACertificateEndorsement at University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a MEd programme in Education, delivered Online. 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 Special Education: Specialization in Early Childhood Special Education MACertificateEndorsement 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 609 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 325 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Special Education: Specialization in Early Childhood Special Education MACertificateEndorsement 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
- Issues in Early Childhood Special Education
- Infants with Disabilities and Home Visiting
- Medically Fragile Infants
- Specialized Instruction for students with Severe and Multiple Disabilities
- Family and School Collaboration in Special Education
- Special education teachers who want additional specialization, skills or continuing education credits
- Early childhood educators
- Teachers who want to work with young children with special needs
- Allied health and social service specialists who provide special services for children birth to age 5 with delays or disabilities
- Those with a baccalaureate degree who wish to pursue a teaching certificate to work with young children with disabilities and their families
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Application for Graduate Admission
- $50 non-refundable application processing fee
- One set of transcripts, uploaded to MyRED (see transcript upload requirements)
- If your native language is not English: verification of English proficiency
- If you are not a US citizen and you expect to hold an F or J visa: financial resource information
- Entrance exam(s): GRE
- Minimum English proficiency: Paper TOEFL 550, Internet TOEFL 80, IELTS 6.5
- Statement of Personal/Professional Goals
- Resume
- Three recommendation letters
- Statement of Writing or Research (Ph.D. only)
- Mentor/Advisor agreement (Ph.D. Only)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 609 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 325 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 609 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 325 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Nebraska-Lincoln 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 Nebraska-Lincoln
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, United States
University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 2 year(s)