Master of Science in Childhood Education and Special Education (Dual Certification Grades 1-6) Online
Make an impact on elementary-aged students by gaining specialized skills, knowledge and experience that will prepare you to teach multiple subjects in general and special education settings.

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Program Overview
Earn the M.S. in Childhood Education and Special Education (Dual Certificate 1-6) online
Become a classroom teacher for 1-6 grade level by earning your M.S. - Childhood Ed. & SPED (Dual cert. 1-6) online. Develop a multidisciplinary skillset that will qualify you to teach multiple subjects in general education and special education settings.
The dual certification online program combines academic content with classroom observation and student teaching. You will explore key topics in teaching including behavior management, language diversity, strategies for inclusion of special learners and multicultural education.
As a graduate student in the program, you will have the opportunity to complete coursework leading to eligibility to take the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst exam.
*This program will require students to find their field placement and complete field work for their practicum and student teaching.
As a graduate of this online education master’s, you will be prepared to:
- Explore content, learning processes, use of materials, and the classroom activities at different developmental levels as applied to elementary math, social studies, and science. Apply instructional modifications for students with language and learning differences.
- Create strategies based on behavior analysis and other psycho-educational learning theories/models to manage measurably effective classrooms
- Utilize the principles of basic behavior analytic research methodology to plan and design a research proposal. Emphasis is placed on the role of research for the teacher of students with developmental disabilities.
- Examine the process of physical, cognitive, social, emotional, language, and career development among students who vary by gender, race and ethnicity, socioeconomic level, English proficiency, and diverse levels of ability to understand how students develop and learn
- Differentiate evidence-based from non-evidence-based behavior management practices
- Individualize and accurately implement fundamental elements of behavior change and specific behavior change procedures in order to facilitate students’ access to the general education curriculum
- Explore content, learning processes, use of materials, and the classroom activities at different developmental levels as applied to elementary math, social studies, and science. Apply instructional modifications for students with language and learning differences.
- Create strategies based on behavior analysis and other psycho-educational learning theories/models to manage measurably effective classrooms
- Utilize the principles of basic behavior analytic research methodology to plan and design a research proposal. Emphasis is placed on the role of research for the teacher of students with developmental disabilities.
- Examine the process of physical, cognitive, social, emotional, language, and career development among students who vary by gender, race and ethnicity, socioeconomic level, English proficiency, and diverse levels of ability to understand how students develop and learn
- Differentiate evidence-based from non-evidence-based behavior management practices
- Individualize and accurately implement fundamental elements of behavior change and specific behavior change procedures in order to facilitate students’ access to the general education curriculum
Career Outcomes
- Classroom Teacher
- Training Specialist
- Teaching Consultant
- Program Coordinator
- Teacher Assistant
- Classroom Teacher
- Training Specialist
- Teaching Consultant
- Program Coordinator
- Teacher Assistant
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Accreditation
The Department of Teacher Education at the College of Mount Saint Vincent is a member in good standing of the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP), a national accrediting organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Tuition
Choose our affordable pathway to earn your degree
At the College of Mount Saint Vincent, we are committed to providing a high-quality education for less than you would expect. Tuition for the M.S. - Childhood Ed. & SPED (Dual cert. 1-6) is affordable and can easily fit into your budget.
Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
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M.S - Childhood Ed. & SPED (Dual Cert. 1-6) | $521 | $1,563 | $23,445 |
Tuition Breakdown:
Calendar
Important dates and deadlines you need to know
The M.S. in Childhood Education and Special Education (Dual certificate 1-6) is designed with working adults in mind. We offer multiple start dates and faster course completion time to help you earn your degree when it’s convenient for you.
Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Class End Date | Term Length |
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Fall 1 | 9/4/23 | 8/21/23 | 8/25/23 | 8/30/23 | 9/1/23 | 10/20/23 | 7 weeks |
Fall 2 | 10/30/23 | 10/16/23 | 10/20/23 | 10/25/23 | 10/27/23 | 12/15/23 | 7 weeks |
Spring 1 | 1/30/24 | 1/16/24 | 1/20/24 | 1/25/24 | 1/26/24 | 3/18/24 | 7 weeks |
Spring 2 | 3/27/24 | 3/13/24 | 3/20/24 | 3/24/24 | 3/25/24 | 3/14/24 | 7 weeks |
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Admissions
Start your application for the M.S. - Childhood Ed. & SPED (Dual cert. 1-6) online
The streamlined admission process at the College of Mount Saint Vincent makes it easier to apply and helps you start your academic journey faster. Please read the full admission requirements for the Master of Science in Childhood Education and Special Education (Dual certification 1-6).
- Bachelor’s degree
- Official transcripts
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
You must meet the following requirements for admission to the M.S. in Childhood Education and Special Education (Dual certificate 1-6) online program:
- Submit online application
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
- Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 and above on 4.0 scale
- Students with a GPA below 3.0 will be reviewed for acceptance by submitting a three-paragraph statement of purpose addressing the following three items:
1. Describe your personal and/or professional experiences which ignited your passion to become a teacher.
2. What is your current position and what has your career progression been since you graduated from college?
3. Why do you wish to obtain your Master's degree in Education? How do you hope to benefit from pursuing this degree?
Official transcripts and other documents should be sent from the granting institutions to our Office of Admissions:
Email address: [email protected]
Mail address:
Office of Admission
College of Mount Saint Vincent
6301 Riverdale Avenue
Riverdale, NY 10471
Courses
Coursework for the M.S. - Early Childhood Ed. & SPED (Dual cert. Birth-Grade 2) online
For the College of Mount Saint Vincent’s Master in Early Childhood Education & SPED online, the curriculum comprises 15 courses for a total of 45 credit hours.
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