M.A. in Special Education

Basic Program Sequence

The Basic Program Sequence is a great opportunity to grow your understanding of students with disabilities without completing student teaching requirements or earning a license. This option is a great way to acquire more knowledge related to people with disabilities if you’re a general education teacher or a professional in a different field working with people with disabilities.

Online

Mostly Online

You'll complete over 80% of your coursework online.

Location: St. Paul

Start Dates: Courses start every 6 weeks. Contact your enrollment counselor for details.

Total credits

Finish in as few as

19-21 months

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ACCREDITATION AND LICENSURE

Program Accreditation

Bethel’s M.A. in Special Education program has approval through the Minnesota Professional Education Licensing Standards Board (PELSB), the state’s leading body responsible for teacher licensing and overseeing teacher preparation programs. Find out whether this program meets the licensure requirements for your state. Learn more about our program's mission.

University Accreditation

Bethel University has been continuously accredited by the Higher Learning Commission since 1959. This regional accreditation, recognized by the United States Department of Education, demonstrates that the university meets quality educational standards.

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