Master of Science in Educational Studies: Special Education
This program is open to students who would like to pursue a master’s degree but are not interested in obtaining initial licensure as a teacher of special education students. This might include current special education teachers interested in learning more about their field, or teachers with other licensure who would like to learn more about this specialty to enhance their current work. Students will work with an advisor to develop a program of study in a specialized area of special education that interests them and will further advance their professional and educational goals.
Signature Course
All of the graduate programs in Special Education incorporate one signature course into the curriculum.
Racial and Cultural Identities (EDU 505): This course is distinctly different from the offerings of other schools because its focus is on the self rather than the other. It requires participants to consider their own social identity in terms of race, ethnicity, social class, gender, citizenship; and to think about how their identity will influence and inform their work with students and their families.
For a detailed list of courses, please go to the graduate section of our catalog in .pdf and click on School of Education and Child Life: Special Education.
Certification
This program leads to a Master of Science degree, but does not lead to certification or licensure.
Internship Experience
Students are not required to participate in a field experience in this program.
FAQs
Q: How many credits is this program?
A: 30
Q: When can I enroll in this program?
A: Students can enroll in this program for the fall, spring,
or summer semester.
Q: Do I need to be a full-time student to participate in
this program?
A: No, students can participate in this program as a part-time
student.
Q: Do I need experience working with children to qualify
for admission to this program?
A: No, but applicants should have a commitment to working
with children and families.
Q: Do I have to interview for admission to the program?
A: No. But we encourage informational interviews to learn
more about the program and its fit with your professional goals. To
schedule an interview with a faculty member, email the Office of Graduate
Admissions at graduate@wheelock.edu.
Q: What will I need to submit if I apply to this program?
A: A graduate
program application, a 3-5 page essay, a copy of your resumé,
copies of your academic transcripts and 3 letters of reference. For
full details of required admissions materials visit our Graduate
Admissions site.
Applying to a Wheelock College Graduate Program
Go to our application process web page to find out more on how to apply to this program.
If you have any questions about this program, other graduate programs at Wheelock College, or about applying to Wheelock College, contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at graduate@wheelock.edu or call (617) 879-2206 (toll-free (800) 734-5212), or visit the Office of Graduate Admissions Web Site.
