Teacher of Students with Disabilities (Birth - Grade 2)
Master of Science in Education (MSED)
This 30-credit program is designed for candidates who hold an initial certificate from New York State in either Early Childhood Education or Childhood Education. The program prepares candidates to teach students across the spectrum of disabilities and educational support needs.
Two Year Course Sequence for MSEd in Teacher of Students with Disabilities B-Grade 2
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Year |
Semester |
Course Number |
Course Name |
Credits |
|
Year 1 |
Fall |
ECPSE 701 |
Introduction to Assessment in Early Childhood Special Education |
3 |
|
Year 1 |
Fall |
ECPSE 704 |
Critical Disability Studies and Culturally Responsive Sustaining Inclusive Education |
3 |
|
Year 1 |
Fall |
ECPSE 804 |
Applied Behavior Analysis in Multicultural Contexts |
3 |
|
Year 1 |
Spring |
ECPSE 712 |
Language and Literacy Principles and Practices |
3 |
|
|
Spring |
ECPSE 730 |
Curriculum and Instruction in Early Childhood Special Education |
3 |
|
|
Spring |
ECPSE 708 |
Collaboration with Families and School Based Teams |
3 |
|
Year 2 |
Fall |
ECPSE 805 |
Culturally Responsive Early Intervention (Birth to Age 3) |
3 |
|
Year 2 |
Fall |
ECPSE 731 |
Advanced Seminar in Early Childhood Special Education |
3 |
|
Year 2 |
Spring |
ECPSE 746 |
Research in Special Education |
3 |
|
Year 2 |
Spring |
ECPSE 719 |
Practicum in Special Education |
3 |
Program Completion
- Maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete all coursework.
- Perform successfully on all program-level and divisional-level assessments.
Candidates receiving MSED degrees must also:
- Successfully complete a research project developed with, supervised, and supported by a faculty member.
Candidates are responsible for ensuring that all requirements have been met for graduation. Incompletes must be resolved and ample time must be allowed for processing the change of grade forms. Candidates must apply for graduation on their CUNYFirst account. It is the candidate’s responsibility to follow up to ensure that all paperwork is processed in time for graduation.
Admission Requirements
Applicants to the MSED in Special Education Programs must:
- Hold an initial/provisional certificate in general education in the age/school range of the special education program to which they apply (Birth–Grade 2).
- An overall Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or better from their undergraduate studies.
- Write a well-organized, well-conceptualized essay that clearly communicates their reasons for pursuing a degree in special education. Indicate the nature of their current and past experiences with people with disabilities.
- Provide three letters of recommendation from professional sources. The letters must demonstrate the applicant’s superior abilities, qualities, and potential as a graduate candidate in special education.
- SPECIAL NOTE – As of 11/15/2021 the GRE in no longer required for admissions
Certification
Required Workshops
- Child Abuse Identification & Reporting (New Program)
- School Violence Prevention & Intervention (SAVE)
- DASA Training (Dignity for All Students Act)
Certification Exams
Certification Application Information
MSED Teacher of Special Education Birth-Grade 2
- Area of Interest: Classroom Teacher
- Subject Area: Students With Disabilities
- Grade Level: Early Childhood – Birth-Grade 2
- Title: Students With Disabilities (Birth-Grade 2)
- Type of Certificate: Initial / Professional
- Program Code: 26412
- Pathway: Approved Teacher Prep Program – Additional Certificate
For more information please contact the QC Teacher Certification Office.