Master of Arts in Special Education

California State University, Dominguez Hills - Carson Campus

USA,California

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 6,336/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 70

Application Fee

Aug 2025

Apply Date

USA, California

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1960

Total Students: 17,027 +

Int. Students: 493 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1000 E Victoria St, Carson, CA 90747, United States

Master of Arts in Special Education

Program Overview

The Special Education Program is designed to offer candidates both core and advanced specialization in the delivery of special education services from infancy to adulthood. The program meets the needs of college graduates who wish to pursue careers in special education. Candidates can obtain the following: Master of Arts degree in Special Education, Education Specialist Instruction Preliminary Credentials (Mild/Moderate Disabilities, Moderate/Severe Disabilities, and Early Childhood Special Education), Teacher Induction Program (Clear Credential), Early Childhood Special Education Added Authorization, and Assistive Technology Certificate. Credential, authorization, and certificate coursework combines theory, methods, and field experiences that enrich candidates teaching practices. Master degree level courses combine theory, field assignments, and a culminating experience that enhances candidates' professional expertise and specialized knowledge.

The MA program prepares candidates to assume advanced roles in the field of Special Education. Current research and best practices in the field of Special Education underpin the curriculum. The program consists of a core of advanced coursework, electives, and a culminating experience (thesis or comprehensive exam) that support advance study in the field of Special Education. There are 30 units of course work with a minimum of 21 semester units completed in residence. Candidates who apply to both the Master of Arts Degree and the Teacher Induction Program must adhere to the requirements for both programs (e.g., GPA and course grade requirements).