Earn Your Master's in Special Education (ASD) Online
Choosing where to advance your career in special education is a big decision. Tell us a little about yourself, and an admissions counselor will reach out with program details, start dates, and financial aid options so you can decide what's right for you.
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Master's in Special Education (ASD)
Outcomes. Saint Leo's Master's in Special Education: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Practices and Intervention is built for practicing teachers who want to serve students with disabilities, with a focus on autism. The program was developed by practitioners for practitioners, is aligned with Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) standards, and centers on research-based practices you can bring directly into your own classroom. Coursework spans everything from assessment and behavior management to assistive technology and the nature of autism spectrum disorders, positioning graduates to help meet the nationwide shortage of qualified special education teachers.
Flexibility. The 30-credit program is 100% online, with students taking one course per 8-week term. You can complete your degree in as little as 18 months.
Support. From your first course to graduation, you'll have an academic advisor, faculty who know your name, and the support of the Saint Leo community.
Facts & Figures
Credit hours. Ten courses built for immediate application in your own classroom.
Courses. From special education law and ethics to ASD-specific practices, assessment, and behavior management.
Months. Complete your degree in as little as 18 months, taking one course per 8-week term.
Your Next Career Move Is Closer Than You Think.
Get started today. Request program details, start dates, and financial aid options. An admissions counselor will follow up with everything you need to take the next step.