Special Education (7-12): Residency

Masters of Arts in Teaching

Empire State University

  • Delivery Mode
    75% Online
  • Total Credits
    45
  • Degree Level
    Masters of Arts in Teaching
  • Contact Us
    518-587-2100 ext. 2429

Earn your master degree online

You will earn the same diploma as our on-campus students

Empire State College's Master of Arts in Teaching in Special Education (Adolescent, grades 7-12) program is a 45-credit, clinically-rich residency program available in the Buffalo, Syracuse, Rochester, Saratoga Springs, and New York City areas. 


The program's philosophy and subsequent courses are based on an inclusive model that prepares teacher candidates for collaboration and co-teaching in the inclusion classroom. Completion of this degree program and passing scores on the New York State Teacher Certification Examinations lead to NYS Students with Disabilities 7-12 Generalist Initial and Professional Certification.

What's a master's degree?
A master's degree is an advanced degree that usually takes two years to complete and typically requires students to have a bachelor’s degree in a related field of study.

How do I enroll?

Follow these steps to start your application

  1. Go to the online application
  2. Create an account
  3. Complete the forms or save for later
  4. Pay the application fee (if applicable)
  5. Submit any supplemental materials, if required
  6. Send in your academic records
  7. APPLY NOW

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