Northridge,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Special Education - Early Childhood Special Education in Northridge United States | California State University, Northridge
California State University, Northridge
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Northridge United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
14,304
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Arts in Special Education enhances the skills gained through the Preliminary Education Specialist and Teacher Induction Credential Programs. This advanced degree equips graduates for leadership roles, advocacy work, and academic contributions in educational institutions, communities, and the broader field of Special Education. Faculty guide students in honing their abilities through reflective discussions, presentations, and written communication.
The Preliminary Education Specialist credential programs focus on foundational skills for working with children with special needs and their families. The Teacher Induction programs develop more sophisticated competencies related to students, schools, and community engagement.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Good standing at the last university attended.
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 in all units attempted as an undergraduate
A minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA in the last 60 semester units completed.
Successful completion of a Preliminary Education Specialist Credential.
A 3.0 GPA for all work taken as a conditionally classified student.
Approval of a plan of study by the student's advisor.
A minimum of 30 units, including a comprehensive examination/thesis/graduate project, is required for completion of the Master of Arts degree.
No more than 12 units of credit may be applied to a Master of Arts degree program until classified status is attained.
Courses more than 7 years old will not be included in the total of 30 units required for the M.A. degree.
A 3.0 GPA or higher in all work undertaken since admission to the program to be advanced to candidacy (approval to proceed to the culminating experience course).
Duolingo English Test - 105
IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL Internet Based score - 79, TOEFL Paper-based score - 550
Good standing at the last university attended.
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 in all units attempted as an undergraduate
A minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA in the last 60 semester units completed.
Successful completion of a Preliminary Education Specialist Credential.
A 3.0 GPA for all work taken as a conditionally classified student.
Approval of a plan of study by the student's advisor.
A minimum of 30 units, including a comprehensive examination/thesis/graduate project, is required for completion of the Master of Arts degree.
No more than 12 units of credit may be applied to a Master of Arts degree program until classified status is attained.
Courses more than 7 years old will not be included in the total of 30 units required for the M.A. degree.
A 3.0 GPA or higher in all work undertaken since admission to the program to be advanced to candidacy (approval to proceed to the culminating experience course).
Duolingo English Test - 105
IELTS - 6.5, TOEFL Internet Based score - 79, TOEFL Paper-based score - 550
Tuition
USD
14,304