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Master of Arts in Teaching
Childhood Special Education
Make a difference in the lives of young learners.
Our online Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Childhood Special Education prepares you for certification in New York state, so you can teach grades 1–6 in special education classrooms. This flexible program is designed for career changers and aspiring teachers who want to meet the needs of all learners. You’ll gain the skills, confidence, and credentials to lead inclusive, supportive classrooms where every child can thrive. This teacher certification program prepares you to teach and support young learners in special education classrooms.
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Master of Arts in Teaching (Childhood Special Education)
Next term starts
Fall 2026
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The deadline for the Fall 2026 term is August 7. How to Apply
Build the Skills to Lead Inclusive Classrooms
- Broad business competencies
- Technology utilization and risk management
- Accounting and professional competencies
- Higher-level professional functional competencies
For comprehensive information about our courses, please visit our course catalog.
Shape the Future as a Certified Teacher
This teacher certification program prepares you to teach and support young learners in both general and special education classrooms. Careers include:
- Elementary school teacher
- Special education teacher
- Inclusion or resource room teacher
- Intervention specialist
- Teacher in high-needs districts
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Become a Certified Teacher and Make a Lasting Impact
We’re here to support you every step of the way. From coursework and clinical experiences to certification preparation, our expert faculty and staff will help you stay on track, gain practical experience, and launch a meaningful teaching career that helps all students succeed.
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Apply for this MAT Program
Double check you have all of your admissions requirements, and send in your application to be ready for our next start date!
Next start term
Fall 2026
Deadline to apply
August 7
Start Your Degree
as soon as September 8, 2026.
Interested in the MAT in Childhood Special Education?