Special Education

Queens College offers accredited graduate programs in Special Education that prepare educators to support learners with disabilities and their families.

The programs emphasize evidence-based teaching, culturally responsive practice, collaboration with families and professionals, and field experiences. Programs lead to New York State initial or professional certification in Teaching Students with Disabilities.

• Convenient: Classes are in the late afternoon and evening, designed for teachers and preservice teachers.
• Flexible: Hybrid and online programs are available.
• Begin without delay: Start your program while waiting for your teaching certification or completing prerequisites, if eligible.

Programs are organized in 2 grade bands:

• Early Childhood Special Education (Teaching Students with Disabilities, Birth to Grade 2)
• All Grades Special Education (Teaching Students with Disabilities, PreK to Grade 12)

Click below for specific program information.

For additional information please see the QC Graduate Catalog.