Early Childhood/Elementary Special Education M.Ed.
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Our Early Childhood/Elementary Special Education (P-6) master’s degree prepares teachers to serve infants and toddlers (0-2 years), children in preschool (3-5 years), and students in K-6 settings. Graduates are prepared to implement evidence-based practices at an advanced level to support families and the development of young children who have or are at risk for developmental delays and disabilities and elementary-aged students with disabilities. Our program is offered online and on campus.
Alternative Degree Overview | Traditional Degree Overview | Admissions | Faculty | Cost & Financial Support | Opportunities for Students
Alternative Degree Overview
Coursework — 57 hours
- At least 1/3 of the program shall be in teaching field courses
- Practicum and Clinical Residency courses required
- Clinical Residency Requirement: Passing score on Praxis II-Special Education Core Knowledge and Application (0354/5354); Teaching Reading: Elementary (5205); Elementary Education: Three Subject Bundle-Mathematics, Social Studies & Science (5901); and Early Childhood Education (5025). Note: The Three Subject Bundle tests may be taken separately-Mathematics (5903), Science (5905), and Social Studies (5904).
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Coursework — 33 hours
- At least 1/3 of the program shall be in teaching field courses
- Practicum courses required
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Application Deadlines
- July 1 for Fall
- November 1 for Spring
- March 15 for Summer
Faculty
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Cost
- Auburn’s Student Financial Services provides estimated cost of attendance information.
- Tuition and Fees
Financial Support
- Auburn’s Financial Aid Office helps students find support.
- Auburn’s Graduate School provides fellowships and financial aid information.
- College of Education Graduate Student Travel Awards Guidelines
Assistantships and Scholarships
- Auburn University Graduate Assistantship Guidelines
- Auburn University Scholarships (AUSOM)
- SERC Assistantships and Scholarships
- SERC Graduate Assistantship Application (Priority given to doctoral students)
- Special Education Scholarships
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Opportunities for Students
- Best Buddies — a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendship for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
