Overview


The ongoing shortage of special education teaches leaves many students with disabilities without access to the quality education they deserve. By earning your Master of Arts in Multicategorical Special Education (MCSE), you'll gain the skills to become a special education teacher who fosters academic and social-emotional growth while making a lasting difference in the lives of students with disabilities. 


Benefits

Why the MA in MCSE program is perfect for you:

  • As a special education teacher, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with disabilities and their families–a truly rewarding experience. 

  • The demand for services for students with disabilities is growing. With an MCSE degree, your specialized skills will set you apart and significantly enhance your chances of being hired–even before graduation!


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Career Paths


With an MA in MCSE, you will have the chance to advance your career, or even change it. Here are just a few of the potential opportunities that will become available with your degree:

  • Special Education Teacher
  • Special Education Coordinator
  • Special Education Course Developer
  • Director of Special Education


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Study Track Options


The MCSE program offers four different study tracks that will further your education:

  • Initial Licensure – Master of Arts in Multicategorical Special Education
            
     
    • Seeking the initial license? Upon completing this 36-credit hour study track, you will receive your Professional Educators License in Special Education and Master of Arts in Multicategorical Special Education
            
     
  • Advance Licensure – Master of Arts in Multicategorical Special Education
             
    • Already have your teaching license? Strengthen your teaching resume with this 34-credit hour study track by earning your Master of Arts in Multicategorical Special Education
                 
     
  • LBSI Subsequent Endorsement
             
    • Already a teacher but not looking for a master’s degree? Earn your Learning Behavior Specialist Endorsement with only 9-12 additional credit hours.
            
     
  • Director of Special Education Subsequent Endorsement (coming soon)
             
    • Already making an impact in the field of special education? Advance your career with the Director of Special Education (DOSE) Endorsement study track in only 12 credit hours.
     

Contact Us

Steve Russell

Steven Russell, Ph.D.
Coordinator, Graduate Program Multicategorical Education
Full Professor
srussell@govst.edu
708-534-4378
Office: G242

Sara Jozwik

Sara Jozwik, Ed.D.
Associate Professor
sjozwik@govst.edu
708-235-7416
Office: C1350

Carla Johnson

Carla Johnson
Academic Advisor
cjohnson@govst.edu
708-235-3989
Office: G378


Admission Requirements


View the requirements for admission and your degree, as well as courses for each study track option, by visiting the MA in MCSE program catalog.

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Financial Aid

Find out how you can graduate with little to no debt with our various resources for financial aid.

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Open House

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How to Apply

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