Graduate Education in Special Education:

The department offers programs designed to meet the needs of graduate students who are interested in obtaining Massachusetts initial licensure as a Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities (Pre K-8 grade) or (5-12 grade) or as a Teacher of Students with Severe Disabilities (all levels). The program also offers master degrees in special education and programs to meet Massachusetts professional licensure. Additionally, coursework in special education may be used to meet professional development goals.

The special education licensure program at Bridgewater State meets all Massachusetts Department of Education licensure requirements, and standards established by the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC).

For further information regarding specific program application procedures and admission standards, students should consult the Special Education and Communication Disorders section of the Bridgewater State College catalog and/or contact Dr. Ken Dobush, Graduate Coordinator, Special Education program.

Special Education Programs

Last Modified: March 1, 2006