The Early Childhood Special Education master’s program requires a minimum of 36 graduate credits and up to 54 for students with no previous education training or certification. The full 54-credit program can be completed in 16 months (starting in May through August of the following year) of full-time study.
Students take courses in early childhood development, principles and practices of special education, curriculum, assessment, and teaching methods. Coursework areas may include:
Students with no previous teacher certification may be required to complete a series of liberal arts distribution courses to fulfill prerequisite requirements for certification. Many of these are usually fulfilled by previous undergraduate and graduate study, or they can be completed after you start your master’s program (but before graduation). These requirements are determined by reviewing your transcripts during the admissions process; contact the department for more information.
Students complete a portfolio demonstrating professional competence as a culminating experience, including evidence of planning, support for students’ learning, assessment, and teaching philosophy, as well as beliefs in inclusive special education, working with families, and culturally responsive education.
More information on academic requirements available in the Syracuse University Course Catalog.
