Program Overview

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The MAT in Special Education leads to a Master’s degree and initial P-12 Certification in Special Education General Curriculum. Candidates are eligible for the Dyslexia Endorsement upon completion and receipt of their Georgia clear renewable teaching certificate. 

How long will it take to complete?
Students typically complete the required 36 credit hours over 4 to 6 semesters, including summer terms. However, the exact timeline may vary based on individual circumstances.

What certificate level are you eligible for?
Initial P-12 certification in Special Education and Dyslexia Endorsement.

Program of Study

Summer (9 credit hours)

  • INED 7710:  Foundations in Special Education (3 credit hours)
  • INED 7650:  Curriculum and Instruction for Students with Disabilities (3 credit hours)
  • ITEC 7400:  21st Century Teaching and Learning (3 credit hours) 

Fall I (9 credit hours)

  • EDUC 6610: Introduction to Yearlong Clinical Experience (0 credit hours)
  • INED 6651: SPED Yearlong Clinical Experience I (3 credit hours) 
  • INED 7620: Positive Behavior Management Strategies (3 credit hours)
  • INED 7621: Assessment for Learners with Dyslexia (3 credit hours)

Spring I (12 credit hours)

  • INED 6661:  SPED Yearlong Clinical Experience II (6 credit hours)
  • EDRD 6718:  Content Area Reading and Writing (3 credit hours)
  • INED 7631: Evidence-Based Instruction/Intervention for Learners with Dyslexia (3 credit hours)

Summer II (6 credit hours)

  • INED 7780:  Collaborative Practices (3 credit hours)
  • INED 7611: Introduction to Dyslexia and Other Learning Disabilities (3 credit hours)

TOTAL: 36 Credit Hours

Admission Requirements

Must possess the following beyond the general KSU Graduate College Admission Requirements:  

  • Degree – Bachelor’s degree.
  • Georgia Educator Ethics Assessment – Uploaded to graduate application. Information may be found on the GACE Ethics website.  You may print a copy of your completion certification from the GACE Ethics test taker website.
  • Professional Resume – Uploaded to graduate application.  Should document education, any teaching experience, volunteer and service accomplishments, and record of leadership activities.
  • Reference Forms – Forms and their directions are in the online graduate application. Please do not submit letters of recommendation. Only the forms completed via the graduate application will be accepted. These two forms of recommendation must come from an educational professional or someone who can attest to your abilities to become a successful educator.
  • Professional Reflections Statement – Uploaded to graduate application.  Should be 1-2 pages and explain what has led to your decision to become an educator. 

Deadline

Enrolls Summer - May 1 deadline
Enrolls Fall - July 1 deadline

Contact Us

For more information on Graduate Admissions, email degreeup@kennesaw.edu.

For more information regarding the MAT in Special Education, please contact Dr. Zachary Johnson at ined-info@kennesaw.edu.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • For more information regarding the MAT in Special Education, please contact educ_grad@kennesaw.edu or 470-578-6043.
  • Review of applications takes several weeks and begins after the application deadline has been reached. You will receive an email from the graduate school notifying you of your acceptance. In that email you will also receive information about proving your US citizenship, orientation detail and registration instructions. After this, a formal letter will be sent to your home address detailing your acceptance as well.
  • You are able to transfer up to 9 credit hours of course work based upon review and approval by the program coordinator. This coursework cannot be older than 5 years.
  • To determine if you are eligible for financial aid, please visit https://www.kennesaw.edu/graduate/ for information relating to options available for graduate students.
  • Based on the program of study, completion will take candidates two years (four semesters).
  • This program is offered completely online. No on-campus courses are required. Online courses may be offered synchronously or asynchronously.
  • Information regarding current tuition and fees can be found by visiting http://fiscalservices.kennesaw.edu/bursar/tuition-fees/tuition-fees.php.
  • Each semester will require you to enroll in either three or four courses depending on how far along you are within the program of study.
  • No.
  • Yes, the MAT program does not require an undergraduate degree in education as an admission requirement.
  • No, you do not need a valid teaching certificate in order to be accepted into the program since it includes initial certification.