Make a difference WHERE IT MATTERS MOST

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MU's College of Education is ready to help you make an impact on the future of special education — and in the lives of your students.

There is an incredible demand for qualified special educators. As the need for skilled teachers grows, many new opportunities arise for educators just like you. Get ready to enter the workforce, or to make your next career move, with one of MU's online special education degree programs.

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Affordable

As a distance learner in a MU graduate program, you qualify for in-state tuition rates, regardless of where you live.

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Highly ranked

U.S. News & World Report, GetEducated.com and TheBestSchools.org consistently rank our online education degree programs among the best.

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100 percent online

Mizzou’s online special education programs are 100 percent online: no campus visits are required. You can earn your degree on your own schedule.

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Expert faculty

Our online education degrees are developed and taught by the same practiced faculty and instructors who teach on campus.

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I started late in college. There's no wrong time to go, whatever stage of life you're in.
M Ed (Autism) ’17

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program

Design, implement and evaluate educational services for children from birth through age 8, especially those with special needs and those with challenging behaviors.

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Prepare to work with young children, both those with disabilities as well as those who are at risk for school failure, and their families.

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Increase the knowledge and skills needed to work effectively with children and youth with autism and their families. Help students and families develop the skills they need to better succeed in life.

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Design, deliver and evaluate services for children from birth to age 5. Advance your career and make a difference in the lives of young children with autism and other disabilities.

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Learn what gifted and talented students need from their learning experience and make your classroom the most effective and dynamic place it can be.

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Meet all competencies required by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) for Missouri gifted certification.

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Become a teacher-leader managing intervention and problem-solving teams that work with individuals with disabilities and special needs.

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first step

You’re one click away from learning online with the award-winning College of Education. Learn more about the online degrees and certificates and how to apply today!

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