Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special and Gifted Education – Twice Exceptionalities with CTE-Transition and Special Needs, Gifted Education, and Special Education General Curriculum Add-On Endorsements
Expand Your Expertise as a Licensed Teacher with Liberty’s M.Ed. in Special and Gifted Education – Twice Exceptionalities
Are you passionate about working with students who are gifted or disabled? Maybe you want to explore the niche aspects of teaching students who are twice exceptional – meaning they are gifted with special needs. If so, Liberty University’s online Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special and Gifted Education – Twice Exceptionalities may be right for you! In this program, you can learn how to help your students thrive in school – and in life.
This program includes add-on endorsements in Career and Technical Education (CTE)-Transition and Special Needs, Gifted Education, and Special Education General Curriculum. These endorsements are available to candidates with a current initial license in elementary, middle, or secondary education issued by the Virginia Board of Education. By pursuing these credentials, you can boost your résumé and become equipped to work with a wide range of students – including gifted students, students with disabilities who follow the standard K-12 curriculum, and students who are transitioning to postsecondary school and employment.
The field of education needs qualified professionals who can serve their students with skill and integrity – and at Liberty, we can help you gain the tools you need to make a greater impact in your classroom. Partner with us and prepare to take the next step in your teaching career!
Upon successful completion of Liberty University’s Virginia state-approved Master of Education in Special and Gifted Education – Twice Exceptionalities program, you may apply for reciprocity in another state, which may or may not result in additional requirements based on your state’s Department of Education regulations. You can research your state’s requirements here: https://www.liberty.edu/statelicensure/.
Please note: This program includes the steps necessary to pursue add-on endorsement, which requires initial licensure in teaching. If you do not have a teaching license yet, please see the Master of Arts in Teaching program.
What Will You Learn in Liberty University’s M.Ed. in Special and Gifted Education – Twice Exceptionalities?
- Best practices for supporting the social, emotional, and guidance needs of gifted students
- Characteristics of children with disabilities
- How to help students with disabilities transition to the workforce, postsecondary education, and independent living
The core section of this master’s in special and gifted education covers topics like reading and language acquisition, methods for teaching mathematics, gifted education program design, and techniques for creating inclusive classrooms. Building on your core studies, the twice exceptionalities concentration can help you work with gifted students who are also disabled. To round out your degree, you’ll complete 2 practicums designed to help you apply your skills in a real-world setting.
Potential Careers for Master’s in Gifted and Special Education – Twice Exceptionalities Graduates
- Educational consultant
- Gifted teacher
- Instructional coordinator
- Special education teacher*
- Transition specialist
*Please note: The Special Education General Curriculum add-on endorsement will match the grade band of your initial teaching license (e.g., elementary education).
Benefits of Pursuing Your Gifted and Special Education Master’s Degree with Liberty University
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- While other colleges are increasing their tuition, we have lowered tuition for our Master of Arts in Teaching and Master of Education programs. At $415 per credit hour for full-time students, Liberty University’s M.Ed. online is available at one of the lowest tuition rates for this degree in the country.
- You can complete this M.Ed. in Special and Gifted Education – Twice Exceptionalities program in as little as 1.5 years!
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
Credit Hours
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
May 13, 2024
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC