Master of Education - Special Education: Moderate Disabilities (Pre K-8)

Lasell University's Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education: Moderate Disabilities (Pre K-8) program prepares you to teach students with moderate disabilities in inclusive general education settings and specialized classrooms. This program is approved by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) and leads to professional licensure. You will learn to identify and support students with special needs, plan individualized strategies, develop curricula, and foster inclusive environments. The program emphasizes understanding current educational policy and research, with close faculty mentorship to guide your professional development. Graduates are prepared for rewarding careers and often receive job offers in their chosen classrooms.

Curriculum

The curriculum provides a foundation in education research, evaluation, policy, and teaching strategies for students with special education and moderate disability needs. The program is offered in a hybrid format, combining on-campus and online learning through 8-week modules. Most classes include 3 on-campus meetings per term, designed for working professionals.

1. Year 1
   • Pre-PracticumED797
   • Curriculum & Assessment for Diverse LearnersED711
   • Literacy Instruction: ElementaryED712
   • Reading Supports for Elementary LearnersED713
   • Sheltered English ImmersionED761
   • Understanding/Using Educational ResearchED771

Careers

Graduates of the M.Ed. in Special Education: Moderate Disabilities program are prepared for impactful careers in education. The program's focus on practical experience and licensure aims to position students as change agents and leaders in the field. Many graduates secure job offers in their preferred classrooms upon completion.

• Special Education Teacher
• Special Education Para Educator
• Elementary and High School Teachers
• Kindergarten Teachers
• Behavior Interventionist
• Special Education Administrator