Master's in Early Childhood and Special Education (Birth to Grade 2) Online

Early Childhood and Special Education (Birth to Grade 2) Online is a Masters program taught at Niagara University, USA. Intake: Fall, Spring or Summer. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (18-24 Months) options.

Niagara University’s Early Childhood and Special Education (Birth to Grade 2) Online is a Master of Science in Education program for people seeking initial or advanced New York State certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth–Grade 2) and Students with Disabilities (Birth–Grade 2). The coursework focuses on assessing and evaluating student progress, making student accommodations, and delivering individualized instruction for young children with diverse learning needs in inclusive settings.

The program is delivered 100% online with study options as full-time or part-time. Completion time is 18–24 months, with either 43 credits for an initial certificate or 37 credits for an advanced certificate. Practicum hours may be fulfilled within the workplace, and the program includes placements and practicums inside early childhood and special education classrooms.

It leads to Early Childhood Birth to Grade 2 and Students with Disabilities Birth to Grade 2 initial and/or advanced certification in New York State. Career options named for graduates include Special Education Teacher, Early Childhood Education Director, Developmental Specialist, Childcare Services, and Family Services.

The minimum requirements for admission in Early Childhood and Special Education (Birth to Grade 2) Online at Niagara University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Niagara University.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Niagara University as pre-requiste for admission in Early Childhood and Special Education (Birth to Grade 2) Online.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

• Undergraduate GPA – 3.0
• Must have an earned Bachelors degree
• Letters of recommendation: 2
• Statement of Intent
• Initial Teacher Certification (only for Advanced Program)

Please check detail of study units at https://www.niagara.edu/programs/early-childhood-and-special-education-birth-to-grade-2/

• Special Education Teacher
• Early Childhood Education Director
• Developmental Specialist
• Childcare Services
• Family Services

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