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This program is appropriate for master's candidates who already have teaching licensure who can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn endorsement in special education, and advance their careers in this high-demand field. The M.S. in Special Education (PK-12) prepares you to certify in special education and effectively teach students with mild to moderate cross-categorical disabilities. Graduates become better special education teachers and also develop sophisticated, graduate-level abilities in research fundamentals and instructional design principles.

This program is appropriate for teaching candidates seeking certification who have completed at least one year of college, can devote 15 to20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn endorsement in special education, and begin their careers in this high-demand field. The B.A. in Special Education (PK-12) prepares you to effectively teach students with mild to moderate cross-categorical disabilities. Graduates become highly qualified special education teachers. Scholarships are available to those who qualify.

Are you ready to make a difference in our children's future by becoming a teacher? We offer accelerated state-approved teacher preparation programs with a Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) degree that can help you reach your goal. This online program, with specializations in early childhood education or special education, meets the educational requirements(1) needed to teach in birth to grade 12 classrooms or other educational settings. If you have a bachelor's degree and aspire to teach, this program is designed for you.

1 Walden University’s teacher preparation programs are approved by the Minnesota Board of Teaching for licensure in Minnesota. Walden’s advisors can provide individuals with guidelines and other information about licensure. It remains the individual’s responsibility to understand and comply with the out-of-state licensure requirements for the state in which he or she seeks to be licensed.

For individuals seeking a comparable teaching license in a state other than Minnesota, Walden’s advisors can provide individuals with guidelines and other information about licensure. It remains the individual’s responsibility to understand and comply with the out-of-state licensure requirements for the state in which he or she seeks to be licensed, as requirements vary state by state. Walden University makes no representation or guarantee that successful completion of any program or coursework will permit them to obtain state certification or licensure in their home state.

Walden University is approved by the Minnesota Board of Teaching to offer teacher preparation programs that lead to Minnesota licensure in early childhood education (birth through grade 3) and special education (K-12 learning disabilities and/or K-12 emotional/behavioral disorders). Before Walden can recommend you for licensure to the Minnesota Board of Teaching, you must also pass the PRAXIS I and the PRAXIS II tests pertinent to your teaching content area.

Are you ready to make a difference in our children's future by becoming a teacher? We offer accelerated state-approved teacher preparation programs with a Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.) degree that can help you reach your goal. This online program, with specializations in early childhood education or special education, meets the educational requirements(1) needed to teach in birth to grade 12 classrooms or other educational settings. If you have a bachelor's degree and aspire to teach, this program is designed for you.

1 Walden University’s teacher preparation programs are approved by the Minnesota Board of Teaching for licensure in Minnesota. Walden’s advisors can provide individuals with guidelines and other information about licensure. It remains the individual’s responsibility to understand and comply with the out-of-state licensure requirements for the state in which he or she seeks to be licensed.

For individuals seeking a comparable teaching license in a state other than Minnesota, Walden’s advisors can provide individuals with guidelines and other information about licensure. It remains the individual’s responsibility to understand and comply with the out-of-state licensure requirements for the state in which he or she seeks to be licensed, as requirements vary state by state. Walden University makes no representation or guarantee that successful completion of any program or coursework will permit them to obtain state certification or licensure in their home state.

Walden University is approved by the Minnesota Board of Teaching to offer teacher preparation programs that lead to Minnesota licensure in early childhood education (birth through grade 3) and special education (K-12 learning disabilities and/or K-12 emotional/behavioral disorders). Before Walden can recommend you for licensure to the Minnesota Board of Teaching, you must also pass the PRAXIS I and the PRAXIS II tests pertinent to your teaching content area.

The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership offers state-approved Special Education Endorsement Programs with an optional M.S. in Education with a specialization in Special Education. For licensed teachers who want to transition into a special education classroom or bring these skills to their current teaching area, our practical, accelerated programs combine the flexibility of online learning with hands-on field experiences. In 8 to 16 months (depending on program choice and individual progress), you can enhance your skills and increase your professional opportunities by fulfilling the requirements needed to teach K-12 students with special needs.