The M.Ed. in Special Education concentration prepares candidates to teach students with moderate disabilities and leads to an initial DESE teaching license in Moderate Disabilities, grades Pre-K-8. This is an ideal degree for:
As you complete your course work, you and your peers will benefit from our cohort-based learning community that models the team-oriented educational workplace. Students join the cohort when it starts and proceed through the program together. Cohorts allow students to get to know each other well, to support each other in the program, and to begin to develop a professional network that will last well beyond the end of the program.
Introducing Hyflex – A schedule that provides you remote learning by choice, allowing you to balance life’s responsibilities while pursuing your graduate degree. You choose how to attend lectures: in-person or remotely through ZOOM. Hyflex learning offers flexibility while keeping you connected with your professors and peers.
The Master’s in Special Education consists of 34 credits. The curriculum is approved by DESE and results in initial licensure in Moderate Disabilities (grades PreK-8). Through this program, students also meet the SEI endorsement required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Coursework is not approved by DESE to move individuals with initial licenses to professional licenses. Courses are taken in a structured sequence and thoughtfully designed to build knowledge and confidence.
In addition to hands-on, experiential teaching in actual classrooms, you'll explore key components of effective educational practice, including literacy, curriculum development and lesson planning, classroom management strategies, psychoeducational assessment, the creation of individualized education programs (IEPs), and techniques for adapting and differentiating lessons for diverse learners. Please review our sample schedule below:
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Our master’s program is thoughtfully designed to help you achieve your professional goals. Below, you’ll find information about our course offerings, class schedules, and tuition – everything you need to know to take the next step to becoming a member of the Curry community!
New cohorts begin each fall on our beautiful Milton campus. Our intensive 8-week terms offer focused instruction, meaningful coursework, and a supportive learning community. M.Ed. programs in Elementary Education and Special Education meet on Wednesday nights for the full duration of the program with a few Saturday class meetings in your second year. Come join us!
Curry College keeps graduate education affordable with competitive tuition rates. Curry alumni receive a 20% discount on tuition.
Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL)
Title II, Section 207 of the Higher Education Act requires all institutions with teacher preparation programs that enroll students who receive federal financial assistance to prepare annual reports on teacher preparation and licensing.
Note: Curry College had a 100% pass rate for all program completers during the 2021-2022 reporting year.
Information about Curry pass rates is available upon request by contacting the Licensure Officer/Title II Coordinator, (617) 333-2196.
The Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure are administered Monday-Saturday at designated test centers in Massachusetts and in many states each academic year. Additional information regarding all state testing is available through the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Office of Educator Licensure, 75 Pleasant Street Malden, MA 02148-9140; Telephone: (781) 338-6600; www.mtel.nesinc.com. For additional information about Curry College's testing requirements, please contact Curry College Licensure Officer at 617-333-2196.
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Primary Goals:
Excellent educational professionals:
To prepare skilled, knowledgeable educators with the creativity to instigate change, the caring to advocate for children and adult learners, and the skill and knowledge to advance learning and growth for all students.
Thoughtful, analytical, and effective leaders:
To develop education leaders with the skepticism, critical analysis, and synthesis ability, contextual knowledge and communication skills to identify problems, craft solutions, and lead efforts towards positive change.
Meet and/or exceed all applicable Department of Education standards:
To align all course objectives with applicable DESE standards to ensure that the College's programs meet or exceed all state expectations in its licensure programs.
Program Objectives:
Preparing Excellent Educators:
Curry graduates should be:
Preparing reflective, analytical and effective leaders:
Curry graduates should be:
Meeting/Exceeding State Standards: