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Special Education, M.Ed.

Degree Program

The Degree of Master in Special Education focuses on improving the education of children with disabilities in urban settings. These programs benefit from cohort models, in which groups of learners progress together. The work of this program is linked to the latest research and is grounded in regular, practical experiences in schools. The Special Education Faculty is recognized nationally and internationally for contributions to the field. Faculty members have received numerous teaching and research awards, and are leaders in professional associations and school/community outreach programs. UIC offers three Master's Degree options: Concentration One is for students seeking the M.Ed. degree only (no certificate); Concentration Two is for students seeking the M.Ed. degree and the Learning Behavior Specialist II Certificate; and Concentration Three is designed for individuals who aim to become special education teachers.

 

The UIC Department of Special Education announces four new Illinois certification options for LBS2 beginning January 2010

For admission, apply by October 1, 2009

•       Behavior Intervention Specialist
•       Transition Specialist
•       Multiple Disabilities Specialist
•       Curriculum Adaptation Specialist

For more information on the four new certification options, please click here.