Special Education

Working hand-in-hand with the UW College of Education’s nationally-recognized faculty, our students develop the expertise to improve the lives and outcomes of students from birth through adulthood. With a shared commitment to making an excellent education a reality of all learners, our programs include a focus on applying current research knowledge and theory to educational services.

Our Programs

Applied Behavior Analysis (On-campus)

Master of Education (M.Ed.)
Field-based On-campus
We prepare competent, inclusive, ethical, and professional behavior analysts who work with persons with developmental disabilities and their families.

Applied Behavior Analysis (Online)

Master of Education (M.Ed.)
Field-based Online
We prepare competent, inclusive, ethical, and professional behavior analysts who work with persons with developmental disabilities and their families.

Early Childhood Special Education ( SPED-TEP )

Certification
Endorsement
Master of Education (M.Ed.)
Field-based Hybrid
Early childhood special education (ECSE) is a career path for educators interested in working with children from Birth through the 3rd grade. The ECSE pathway prepares you to collaborate with families, colleagues, and community members in while working with young children. You can complete this Masters program for initial teacher certification, to add a special education endorsement or for a Masters only.

High-incidence Disabilities Teacher Education ( SPED-TEP )

Certification
Endorsement
Master of Education (M.Ed.)
Field-based Hybrid
Become a leader in support of students with disabilities. Graduates are ready to make a difference for inclusive education after earning their master's degree, certification and/or endorsement.

Special Education Doctoral

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
On-campus
We prepare special education leaders who are committed to inclusive education and are ready to bring systemic change to educational and community settings.