Earn your Master's in Special Education

The field of Special Education is one of the most promising and rewarding career opportunities. With a combination of exceptional resources and learning experiences, our graduate program will equip you with the knowledge, tools, and confidence you need to succeed in your field.

The Master’s Degree in Special Education is an Alternative Teacher Certification Program in conjunction with Daemen University. This program offers two options: Childhood Special Education track (Grades 1-6) and Early Childhood Special Education track (Birth-Grade 2). Upon completion of the program, you will easily be able to obtain certification in the second track, allowing you to be certified in both Early Childhood and Childhood Education. In addition, TTI offers advisement on obtaining Adolescent (Grades 7-12) Certification as well. One of the advantages of our alternative certification program is that you will have the benefit of applying for Transitional B Certification upon completion of the second cycle of the program. This temporary certification will enable you to take part in many lucrative job opportunities while you are still working towards your degree completion.

Upon successful completion of the Master’s Program, you will be recommended for NY State Teacher Certification in both Special Education and General Education.

Graduates of the Master’s Program in Special Education have made their mark as Classroom Teachers and Assistants, P3 Providers, SEIT Instructors, Early Intervention Instructors, Headstart Teachers, Pre-K Teachers, Resource Room Teachers, and Inclusion Class Teachers.

Program Features:

• Cohorts starting three times per year, February, July and October.
• Women only program.
• Classes meet every Sunday online.
• With our unique program design, you can start your lucrative career after just one semester, with your Transitional B Certification!
• Writing workshops are given to assist in developing graduate level writing skills.
• Exciting fieldwork opportunities.
• Flexible schedule designed around the Yomim Tovim and Jewish calendar.

Financial Aid:

Many financial aid and loan forgiveness options available. LEARN MORE.

Prior Requirements:

Daemen University welcomes those who possess a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.

Program Dates:

Fall 2023

Registration Deadlines:
Early Bird Registration Deadline: September 8, 2023 ($200 discount)
Regular Registration: September 28, 2023
Late Registration Ends: October 12, 2023 ($200 late fee)

Orientation Schedule:
September 10: Bais Yaakov of 18th Avenue, Brooklyn at 11:00 AM
September 12: Bnos Bais Yaakov, Lakewood at 8:00 PM

Classes Begin: October 29, 2023

Spring 2024

Registration Deadlines:
Early Bird Registration Deadline: January 25, 2024 ($200 discount)
Regular Registration: February 1, 2024
Late Registration Ends: February 8, 2024 ($200 late fee)

Orientation Schedule:
January 28: Bais Yaakov of 18th Avenue, Brooklyn at 11:00 AM
January 30: Bnos Bais Yaakov, Lakewood at 8:00 PM

Classes Begin: February 25, 2024

1 year - 1 1/2 years

$20,500

Many financial aid and loan forgiveness options available.

$59,000

Earning a Master's Degree in Special Education will lead you to many diverse and lucrative career opportunities. According to the US Bureau of Labor and Statistics, the median annual wage for special education teachers in May 2017 was $58,980.