Special Education

The MA in Special Education has been designed and developed for New Jersey teachers who hold an initial certification in another teaching specialty. The major area of the program includes initial New Jersey certification as a Teacher of Students with Disabilities for certified elementary and secondary teachers. Seton Hall's M.A. in Special Education adheres to the New Jersey state law that requires the development of recommendations on awareness of and instructional methods for teaching children with special needs, autism and other developmental disabilities.

The Program

The Special Education Program is a 36-credit program that yields a Master of Arts degree. Students are required to take 21 credits to receive their Teacher of Students with Disabilities Endorsement and 15-27 credits depending on the concentration. For specific program requirements, click on curriculum.

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Admissions Requirements

Online Application
Official transcripts from all institutions attended
Current professional vitae/resume
Letter of intent outlining your rationale for applying (2-pages, double spaced)
Two (2) letters of recommendation from academic and/or professional references familiar with your character, interests and academic ability
Personal Interview with the Admissions Committee

Application Deadlines

The program accepts applications throughout the year and operates on a rolling admissions basis.

Faculty

The faculty in the College of Human Development, Culture, and Media are expert researchers and practitioners in teacher and leader preparation as well as professional psychology and family therapy. Many are actively engaged with schools and community agencies, modeling best practices to their students in the university classroom and in the field. Collaboration within departments and across is encouraged with the recognition that supporting and improving the lives of children, families and communities is a complex process.

Lauren McFadden
Associate Professor of Elementary and Special Education
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Take the Next Step

The College of Human Development, Culture, and Media is dedicated to ensuring that its professional preparation programs are based on essential knowledge, evolving technology, research findings, and reflective practice. Each program is committed to developing collaborative relationships and cooperative efforts with schools, agencies, and institutions so that its efforts remain linked to the world of practice and research, and meet the needs of communities. The College is nationally accredited by three professional associations: APA, COAMFTE, and CAEP.

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Contact Us

Diana Minakakis
Director of Graduate Admissions, College of Human Development, Culture, and Media

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(973) 275-2824