Rutgers University Graduate School of Education (New Brunswick) 15 courses
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The Ed.M. in Special Education offered at the GSE provides advanced preparation for both certified special education teachers and general education teachers. Through completion of the required courses, students will develop knowledge, and competencies in assessment, intervention, data-based decision making, teaching, collaboration, related social issues, consultation, instructional technology, and New Jersey Special Education Law, balancing wellness promotion and risk-based prevention approaches for diverse group of learners.
Special Education Core (required) (12 credits)
15:293:509 Emotional and Behavioral Disorders (3) 15:293:522 Learning Disabilities (3) 15:293:525 Psychology of the Exceptional Child* (3) 15:293:530 Instruction for Autism and Intellectual Disabilities (3)
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 15:293:509 | Emotional and Behavioral Disorders | 3 |
| 15:293:522 | Learning Disabilities | 3 |
| 15:293:525 | Psychology of the Exceptional Child | 3 |
| 15:293:530 | Instruction for Autism and Intellectual Disabilities | 3 |
| Total Special Education Core (required) (12 credits) | 12 credits | |
Special Education Electives (select 3) (9 credits)
15:293:514 School Mental Health Services for Children and Adolescents (3) 15:293:523 Inclusive Teaching in Education** (3) 15:293:534 Classroom Organization for Inclusive and Special Classrooms (3) 15:293:610 New Jersey Special Education Law (3) 15:293:630 Current Topics in Special Education (3)
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 15:293:514 | School Mental Health Services for Children and Adolescents | 3 |
| 15:293:523 | Inclusive Teaching in Education | 3 |
| 15:293:534 | Classroom Organization for Inclusive and Special Classrooms | 3 |
| 15:293:610 | New Jersey Special Education Law | 3 |
| 15:293:630 | Current Topics in Special Education | BA |
| Total Special Education Electives (select 3) (9 credits) | 9 credits | |
Educational Statistics, Measurement & Evaluation (select 1)
15:291:511 Introduction to Assessment, Applied Statistics, and Research (3) 15:291:518 Quantitative Educational Research Designs (3)
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 15:291:511 | Introduction to Assessment, Applied Statistics, and Research | 3 |
| 15:291:518 | Quantitative Educational Research Designs | 3 |
Learning, Cognition & Development*** (3)
15:290:583 Biological Bases of Learning (3) 15:295:580 Psychology of Learning (3)
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| 15:290:583 | Biological Bases of Behavior | 3 |
| 15:295:580 | Psychology of Learning | 3 |
Electives (Grad level, 6 credits)
Select courses in consultation with an advisor * Students who have successfully taken 15:293:539 as part of a 5-year or post-baccalaureate initial certification program at the GSE may use this course as a substitute for 15:293:525. ** Students who have successfully taken 05:300:304 fall 2025 or after as part of a 5-year or post-baccalaureate initial certification program at the GSE may use this course as a substitute for 15:293:523. NOTE: If a student uses a course or courses from their undergraduate career, 5-year, or post-baccalaureate initial certification program to substitute for required courses, then the student will need to take courses in its place to complete this degree...
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