Online Master of Education in Early Childhood Special Education
Arizona State University’s online Master of Education in early childhood special education offers a comprehensive curriculum focusing on family and community collaboration, early childhood development and special education practices. You'll learn to assess, plan and monitor the progress of young children, incorporating effective practices for engaging with families. With a strong foundation in child development theories and best practices, you'll graduate prepared to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young children with exceptionalities and their families in roles such as non-certified teaching, educational administration, social services, curriculum development and more.
Quick facts
Next start date: 08/21/2025
Total classes: 11
Weeks per class: 15
Total credit hours: 32
Gain expertise in early childhood development and special education
Will my diploma say ‘online’?
No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”
Early childhood special education degree courses
Throughout this program, you'll complete a 32-credit curriculum that directly applies to your work in diverse settings, such as private schools, charter schools, child care centers and nonprofits. This flexible program doesn’t require relocation or field experience hours, allowing you to integrate your learning seamlessly into your current or future professional environment.
This program culminates with an applied project, where you’ll conduct research, implement interventions and synthesize findings. This capstone experience sharpens your research and problem-solving skills, empowering you to apply theoretical frameworks effectively and communicate the significance of your findings within a broader social and global context.
The careers in education you’ll be prepared for
Upon graduation, you'll be well-equipped for a variety of roles in educational and community settings that don’t require teacher certification. You could pursue non-certified teaching positions or become a teaching assistant, specifically in special education environments, working with children from birth through grade three. Your expertise will also be valuable in leadership roles, such as education and childcare administration, or as social and community service managers. Potential career paths include, but aren’t limited to:
Earn your early childhood special education degree alongside teaching experts
The Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation faculty draws from a range of academic disciplines including cognitive science, psychology and economics. They seek to answer questions about the process of learning, teaching practices and effects of education policy. Our faculty is also committed to connecting research to schools and other learning environments. They ensure teacher and leadership preparation programs combine scholarly rigor with practical application.
Earn your early childhood special education degree alongside teaching experts
The Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation faculty draws from a range of academic disciplines including cognitive science, psychology and economics. They seek to answer questions about the process of learning, teaching practices and effects of education policy. Our faculty is also committed to connecting research to schools and other learning environments. They ensure teacher and leadership preparation programs combine scholarly rigor with practical application.
How to apply
Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation.
Join one of the best colleges of education in the nation
Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation brings people and ideas together to increase the capabilities of educators and the performance of education systems. Our university has been recognized with peer-reviewed honors from U.S. News & World Report.
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Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
Tuition calculator
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.
