
The program structure listed below is an example of the courses you would likely take in this program.
| Courses | Credits |
| Professional Core | 6 |
| EDF 501 Research Design and Interpretation OR SPED 502 Research in Special Programs |
3 |
| EDF 530 Advanced Human Development and Learning | 3 |
| Professional Specialization | 12 |
| SPED 550 Tchng Stdnts w Emtnl/Bhvrl Dis | 3 |
| SPED 560 EBP:Stdnts with Learning Disab | 3 |
| SPED 570 EBP: Intell & Dev Disabilities | 3 |
| SPED 600 Facilitating Positive Behaviors in the Classroom Environment | 3 |
| Electives | 9 |
| Select 9 credits from SPED, RD, or EDCI courses. | |
| Professional Practice | 6 |
| Select one of the following options: | |
| SPED 590 Internship | 3 |
| and one elective course | |
| OR | |
| SPED 599 Thesis | 3 |
| Total minimum credits | 33 |
Master of Science Special Education Advanced Studies Plan of Study