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Graduate Programs

Kent State University offers four graduate program options for post-baccalaureate students who want to establish and/or expand their expertise in Special Education.

Master of Education (M.Ed.)

Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education

The Master of Education program provides students with advanced understanding of contemporary research and practice issues in special education. Students can complete the program partially or entirely online and can choose from several concentrations. 

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Non-Degree Graduate Licensure Preparation Programs

Licensure Preparation Programs

The Licensure Preparation programs are intended for students who have a bachelor’s degree in a field other than special education and are interested in becoming licensed special education teachers/intervention specialists.

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Non-Degree Graduate Endorsement Programs

Endorsement Programs

Endorsement programs provide students with existing teaching licenses an additional area of competency in a separate content area from their teaching licensure. We offer endorsements in Pre-K Special Needs and Transition to Work.

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Graduate Certificates

Graduate Certificates

Certificate programs provide students with content specialization and/or an additional credential to complement their degree program. We offer certificate programs in Autism Spectrum disorder (ASD), Applied Behavior Analysis (BISC), and Early Intervention (EI).

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