专注于轻度/中度残疾或中度/重度残疾的特殊教育理学硕士可以作为独立学位课程提供，也可以通过具有轻度/中度残疾或中度/重度残疾的教育专家教学证书来完成。两年制，每学期四个学期的硕士学位课程与教育专家的资格证书明显重叠。特殊教育理学硕士认识到，所有候选人都应以研究为基础，并了解其直接适用于残疾人群体的情况。在包容性学校和社区环境中，针对不同学习者的循证实践是该计划的基础，以确保所有个人都可以访问，参与并在所有环境中学习。硕士学位可培养并促进毕业生中的教师领导能力以及该领域的相关领导角色。
The Master of Science in Special Education, with either a Concentration in Mild/Moderate Support Needs or Extensive Support Needs, is offered as a stand-alone degree program or completed with the Education Specialist teaching credential in Mild/Moderate Support Needs or Extensive Support Needs. The two-year, 4-semester master's degree program overlaps significantly with the Education Specialist credentials. The Master of Science in Special Education recognizes that all candidates should be grounded in research and to know its direct applicability to the populations of individuals with disabilities. Evidence-based practices for diverse learners in inclusive school and community settings are the backbone of the program to ensure that all individuals may have access to, participate within, and learn across all environments. The master's degree develops and facilitates both teacher leadership among its graduates and related leadership roles in the field.<br><br>The Master of Science in Special Education prepares graduates for careers in teaching and leadership roles in the field of Special Education at local and state levels and within professional organizations and communities. Careers may include teachers and specialists, program supervisors, administrators, advocates and leadership faculty in special, inclusive and general education, and student support and advocacy.