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M.A. Special Education

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Norfolk State University
Master of Arts in Special Education

The early childhood, elementary, and special education programs provide instruction, field experiences, and clinical practices that develop excellence in teaching and skills to serve diversified populations.

Concentrations

  • General Curriculum K-12 
    Students seeking credentials to teach individuals in the special education general curriculum (mild disabilities) program may earn a Master of Arts Degree in Special Education General Curriculum K-12. Admission requirements are consistent with those of the Graduate Council of Norfolk State University and the admissions committee of the Department. Students must have passing scores on PRAXIS Core Academic Skills for Educators (or equivalent) before taking more than nine credit hours. Students must pass the RVE and VCLA to be approved for student teaching. - MA.SPE.GEN.K12 Plans of Study
  • Adapted Curriculum K-12 
    Students seeking credentials to teach individuals in the special education adapted curriculum (severe disabilities) program may earn a Master of Arts Degree in Special Education Adapted Curriculum K-12. Admission requirements are consistent with those of the Graduate Council of Norfolk State University and the admissions committee of the Department. Students must have passing scores on PRAXIS Core Academic Skills for Educators (or equivalent) before taking more than nine credit hours. Students must pass the VCLA to be approved for student teaching. - MA.SPE.SD.TL Plans of Study

  • General Curriculum (Non-Teaching) 
    Students from any discipline who wish to increase their competence in serving persons in special education programs may earn a Master of Arts Degree in Special Education. Admission requirements are consistent with those of the Graduate Council of Norfolk State University and the admissions committee of the Department. - MA.SPE.SD.GN Plans of Study

  • Rehabilitation Counseling
    Students from any discipline who wish to increase their competence in serving persons in rehabilitation counseling programs may earn a Master of Arts Degree in Special Education. Admission requirements are consistent with those of the Graduate Council of Norfolk State University and the admissions committee of the Department. - MA.SPE.SD.RC Plans of Study

  • Teacher Certification for an endorsement in preK-12 Vision Impairment​
    Special Education - Vision Impairment  Plans of Study