BA in Special Education in Boston United States | University of Massachusetts Amherst

The Special Education Concentration Program aligns with DESE's special education licensure criteria and adheres to CAEP and CEC standards that shape the licensure aspects of special education teacher preparation. This program qualifies graduates for initial teaching licensure in Massachusetts. Due to interstate reciprocity agreements, license transfer to other states may be possible. However, UMass Amherst's College of Education cannot guarantee this program fulfills licensure requirements outside Massachusetts. Prospective students seeking licensure in other states should review their chosen program's details via the link below. For guidance on program suitability, direct inquiries to the contact listed in the program description.