Empower your future as a teacher with SUNY Empire’s combined bachelor’s and master’s in teaching program, designed for students who are passionate about working with adolescents with special needs.

This flexible 157-credit pathway allows you to begin graduate-level coursework while completing your undergraduate degree—saving you time and money. You’ll gain the foundational knowledge and hands-on skills to become a certified special education teacher in New York State. With a strong focus on inclusive education, this M.A.T. in Adolescent Special Education online program prepares you to make a lasting impact in diverse classroom settings. 

Our team can help you prepare for the next step in your career.

Combined Bachelor’s/Master of Arts in Teaching in Adolescent Special Education  (B.A.) (B.S.) (M.A.T)

 
Earn your bachelor’s and master’s degree at the same time while building the skills to support students with special needs and make a lasting difference in your classroom and community. 

Format

100% Online

How it Works

Tuition

$295/credit for bachelor’s courses, $471/credit for master’s courses  

Tuition & Fees

Credits

157

~2 years on average full-time

Course Catalog

Next term starts

Fall 2025

  • Course List:  

    Some of the graduate courses you will take while earning your undergraduate degree are:  

     

    • SPED 6005 

      Introduction to History of Special Education Law 

       
    • EDUC 6010 

      Middle Childhood & Adolescent Development  

       
    • SPED 6025 

      Teaching & Learning Across the Contents: Methods I 

       
    • EDUC 6015 

      Exceptionalities: Individualizing Learning 

       

Ready to Apply?

The deadline for the Fall 2025 term is August 1. How to Apply

A Smarter, Faster Way to Advance Your Teaching Career

What you'll learn

  • Collaborate with families and school staff
  • Design individualized instruction plan
  • Apply inclusive classroom strategies 
  • Use data to guide teaching decisions 

Get Ready to Inspire as a Special Education Teacher 

Prepare for meaningful roles in education that make a difference in students’ lives. With this dual degree pathway for teachers in special education, your career options include: 

  • Special Education Teacher (Grades 7–12) 
  • Inclusion Specialist 
  • Resource Room Teacher 
  • Educational Consultant 
  • Transition Services Coordinator 
Career Services
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Interested in this Combined Bachelor’s and M.A.T Degree? Start Here 

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Take the First Step to a Combined Degree in Education  

We're here to support you every step of the way, making your educational journey as smooth as possible. Our dedicated advisors provide the guidance and information you need to make confident choices and move closer to your goals. 

 

 

 

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Check for Prior Learning Credits

Put your past experience toward your degree. Use transfer credits, work experience, or life skills to get a head start, save money, and earn your degree faster.

How To Get Credits

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Apply for Your Combined Online Education and Teaching Degree 

Make sure you have all the admissions requirements and complete your application to be ready for our next term! 

How To Apply

Next start term

Fall 202

Deadline to apply

August 1

Start Your Degree

as soon as September 2, 2025.

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