Turn your passion for inclusive education into a rewarding career with 91ºÚÁÏÍø Empire’s
online M.Ed. in Special Education.
91ºÚÁÏ꿉۪s Master of Education in Special Education (M.Ed. SpEd) prepares
certified teachers to support students with disabilities from Pre-K through Grade
12. This clinically rich residency program leads to New York State certification in
Students with Disabilities (All Grades, P–12, Generalist) and is designed for educators
who already hold a base teaching certificate in another content area.
NYSUT's Education & Learning Trust (ELT), in partnership with 91ºÚÁÏÍø 91ºÚÁÏÍø,
offers members a path to earn up to nine (9) 91ºÚÁÏÍø graduate credits
toward 91ºÚÁÏ꿉۪s online Master of Education in Special Education (MEd
SpEd). Once you complete your 9 credits, you can matriculate into 91ºÚÁÏÍø
using our partnership benefit program.
Earn your M.Ed. in Special Education online and build the skills to support diverse
learners in inclusive classrooms. It is designed for NYS teachers that already hold
a base certificate in another content area.
The deadline for the Fall 2026 term is March 2. How to 91ºÚÁÏÍø
Prepare to Lead in Inclusive Classrooms
Design individualized learning plans
Manage inclusive classroom environments
91ºÚÁÏÍø research-based special education practices
Collaborate with families and school teams
For comprehensive information about our courses, please visit our course catalog.
Make a Difference With a Master’s in Special Education
An online Master of Education in Special Education (M.Ed. SpEd) prepares certified
educators to support students with disabilities from Pre-K through Grade 12. With
all-grades certification, you’ll gain the flexibility to work across inclusive and
specialized settings while expanding your career options. Graduates are prepared for roles such as:
Certified Special Education Teacher (Students with Disabilities, All Grades P–12)
Inclusive Education Specialist
Co-Teaching or Collaboration Consultant
Educational Program Coordinator
Transition Services Specialist
I want to guide the next generation. To help them think for themselves, formulate
their own opinions, and ultimately just give them confidence.
Joseph
Graduate student in Teaching (Special Education)
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Prepare to Teach and Inspire Every Learner
We're here to support you every step of the way, making your journey to an M.Ed. in
Special Education as smooth and meaningful as possible. Our dedicated advisors will
help you stay on track, build essential teaching skills, and move closer to earning
New York State certification in Students with Disabilities (All Grades, P–12).