Master of Education [M.Ed] [Special Education] From Dallas Baptist University

The M.Ed. in Special Education program provides the framework for effective communication and partnership, personnel management, assessment, instruction, and compliance with federal and state regulations. The 36-hour, non-thesis general Special Education program consists of 18 hours of special education academic specialization, 9 hours in the professional area, and 9 hours in the resource area.

In accordance with the national governing agency, Council for Exceptional Children, all candidates must have certification in EC-6, English language arts, math, science or history to be considered a "highly qualified special education teacher." Diagnostician candidates must hold one of those content area certification and professional roles/responsibilities certification before being accepted to this master's program.