University Center,
MI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Teaching - Special Education in Detroit United States | Saginaw Valley State University
Saginaw Valley State University
|
Detroit United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,010
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Special Education is perfect for educators looking to specialize in this field. Participants in this program can expect to enhance their teaching abilities, learn innovative instructional methods, acquire techniques for diverse learners, and collaborate with fellow professionals. Expert faculty members deliver a balanced blend of theory and hands-on experience. (37 credits).
Special education educators support students with various disabilities. While some focus on severe cases, teaching essential life skills and foundational literacy, most work with learners having mild to moderate challenges. They adapt standard curricula to individual needs and offer targeted support. These professionals typically teach at preschool through high school levels, with some specializing in early childhood education.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Teacher certification in the State of Michigan or have an out-of-state teaching certificate that is recognized by the State of Michigan
Please complete the SVSU Application for Admission including the non-refundable Application Fee and the following:
Official copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts from any college or university where college credit was earned (original signed/stamped transcripts)
A copy of most recent teaching certificate or departmental approval. If you need to obtain a copy of your (current or expired) teaching certificate to submit with your application, you may retrieve a copy though the Michigan Department of Education Certification site.
Evidence of financial support (original signed/stamped bank statement)
A demonstrated knowledge of personal computer usage and application. Knowledge of programming is desirable, but not a requirement for admission. Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate competence in English. SVSU accepts an IELTS score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 79 for the Master of Arts Teaching program. Conditional admission to SVSU's English Language Program is available for students without an acceptable score. Successful completion of the English Language program does not grant acceptance to a graduate program at SVSU. Students must still submit a passing IELTS or TOEFL score to enter the degree program.
Teacher certification in the State of Michigan or have an out-of-state teaching certificate that is recognized by the State of Michigan
Please complete the SVSU Application for Admission including the non-refundable Application Fee and the following:
Official copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts from any college or university where college credit was earned (original signed/stamped transcripts)
A copy of most recent teaching certificate or departmental approval. If you need to obtain a copy of your (current or expired) teaching certificate to submit with your application, you may retrieve a copy though the Michigan Department of Education Certification site.
Evidence of financial support (original signed/stamped bank statement)
A demonstrated knowledge of personal computer usage and application. Knowledge of programming is desirable, but not a requirement for admission. Applicants whose native language is not English must demonstrate competence in English. SVSU accepts an IELTS score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 79 for the Master of Arts Teaching program. Conditional admission to SVSU's English Language Program is available for students without an acceptable score. Successful completion of the English Language program does not grant acceptance to a graduate program at SVSU. Students must still submit a passing IELTS or TOEFL score to enter the degree program.
Tuition
USD
24,010