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Earn Your Graduate Special Education Credential Swiftly and Online with Miami University
Our Special Education, M.Ed., graduate program is offered fully online and is well-suited for students wanting to develop expertise in designing and implementing special education services for students.
This special education master’s degree program is accredited with available options that meet application eligibility for the Ohio K-12 Mild-Moderate Intervention Specialist (IS) teaching license.
Program Essentials
- Program Duration: 15-18 Months
- Application Deadline: August 1
- Program Start Term: Fall
Curriculum and Courses
Coursework is primarily online and asynchronous, utilizing an online course management system and audio/video conferencing. Courses also include three live course meetings per semester. These synchronous sessions are always on Saturdays, generally occur once a month, and typically take place between the hours of 9 a.m.-12 p.m. They provide students the space and time to meet and discuss their courses and projects, as well as receive support and interact with advisors, faculty, and peers. The web-based coursework varies and may include asynchronous project-based activities and discussions as well as sessions that may occur via Zoom. Meaningful and enriching field experiences are also incorporated into the program.
Example Courses:
- EDP 656 Education of Individuals with Exceptionalities
- EDP 528 Phonological Awareness and Phonics
- EDP 548 Literacy Assessment, Instruction, and Intervention
- EDP 596 Behavioral Interventions: Theory, Principles, and Techniques
- EDP 625 Math Assessment, Instruction, and Intervention
Foundational Skills. Faculty Expertise. Fast Licensure.
Miami University’s Graduate Special Education Program offers the online coursework needed to earn intervention specialist licensure in as few as 10 months and a master’s degree in 15 months. The four program pathways are:
- M.Ed. plus Initial Teaching Licensure (48 credit hours)
- M.Ed. plus Special Education Licensure (36 credit hours)
- M.Ed. without Licensure (30 credit hours)
- Ohio Special Education License Only (24 credit hours)
The part-time program focuses on the skills and professional development needed for advanced special education training. Learn from faculty with an exceptionally strong commitment to teaching and extensive practitioner experience. Our online Special Education master’s degree is structured to quickly and efficiently license intervention specialists in the State of Ohio.
Advance Your Career in Education
With four curriculum tracks, our program prepares you to design instruction for currently licensed educators, as well as for unlicensed teacher candidates. Work towards your initial teaching license as an intervention specialist or build upon your knowledge with advanced graduate coursework.
Learn Today, Teach Tomorrow
Gain the skills and knowledge you need for a rewarding special education career working with students with mild/moderate disabilities. Our graduate Special Education program prepares you to design instruction, advocate for inclusive educational settings, and become a leader in the field of special education.
Additional Opportunities
Intervention Specialist Licensure
For candidates holding teaching credentials in any other discipline who only wish to add an intervention specialist license, a non-degree pathway for intervention specialist licensure coursework may include 8 courses (24 credit hours) and can be completed within a year.
TEAM Scholarship: Scholarships for Ohio K-12 Teachers
In partnership with Ohio’s K–12 educators and in recognition of the important contribution they provide to the citizens of our state, Miami University offers the Ohio Teacher Education Access at Miami (TEAM) Scholarship. This scholarship lowers the cost of professional development and/or earning a graduate degree by reducing the instructional and general fees by 25%!
I was very pleased with my experience. Miami truly puts education first and makes it available to everyone! As a 2nd grade teacher, I also coach a robotics club for the entire school and Girls on the Run. Miami’s program allowed me to continue volunteering while I enhanced my own education. Every bit of what I learned is usable and the professors were amazing! They were always willing to answer questions, and the assignments and discussions were relatable to our jobs. When Covid hit, our professors were flexible and kept us on track.
Chelsea Myers ’21
Miami’s Special Education master’s program offered an accelerated course of study which meant I was able to obtain my master’s degree quickly. I was able to find a teaching job as an Intervention Specialist immediately upon graduation. When I considered the affordable cost as well as the accelerated course of study, it was a no-brainer to enroll in Miami’s Special Education graduate program.
Clayton Adams, M.Ed., ’19
Facts and Stats
Post-Graduation Success Rate
Miami University Data, 2024
Available Tracks
There are four available curriculum tracks, three of which lead to intervention specialist licensure.
College of Education, Health, and Society Alumni
Miami University Data
Admission Requirements
Admission to the degree is offered in the fall semester and requires the online degree application. Prospective students with valid Ohio educator licenses who do not seek the master’s degree and instead wish to only pursue the intervention specialist licensure may apply to Miami University using the graduate non-degree application.
In addition to the application fees, the other required items for program admission include:
- College transcripts
- Personal statement describing reasons for pursuing a career in special education and one’s ability to complete online coursework
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- One professional letter of recommendation addressing one’s potential for advanced graduate study
Admission and Funding
This is Where Your Journey to Miami University Begins
Learn what it means to be a graduate student at Miami University, where students prepare to go anywhere and be anything. We are here to guide you every step of the way as you prepare for admission, enrollment, and future success.
Contact Us
Briana von Mizener, Ph.D.
Department of Educational Psychology
McGuffey Hall 201
210 E. Spring Street
Oxford, OH 45056
513-529-3979
[email protected]