Empower Every Learner to Achieve
Earn your master’s or graduate certificate in special education and advance the success and well-being of students with disabilities. Ensure that all students have access to meaningful, inclusive educational experiences. You’ll become part of a unique and collaborative community of special education advocates, researchers, and practitioners committed to ensuring equitable educational outcomes for all students, especially those with disabilities.
Choose the path that fits your purpose—our programs offer both licensure and non-licensure options to help you make the greatest impact. Boston University also offers an innovative dual degree program in conjunction with the School of Social Work, through which students can earn a dual master of social work/master of education (MSW/EdM).
Choose the Program That’s Right for You
Our faculty are practitioners, researchers, and policy-focused advocates with deep experience as practitioners, researchers, and policy-focused advocates. They are committed to supporting students in the master’s (EdM) and graduate certificates in special education.
Advance Your Career with a Master’s or Certificate in Special Education
Boston University’s Wheelock College of Education & Human Development will help you grow as an educator and advocate for students with disabilities. Graduates lead in schools and communities, creating inclusive learning environments where every learner can thrive. With a master’s or certificate in special education, you’ll be prepared for roles in schools and districts such as:
- Inclusion teacher
- Special education teacher
- Instructional support professional
- Curriculum developer
- Family advocate
- Resource room teacher
Scholarships Available
Ready to explore your certificate or master’s in special education? Whichever program you choose, merit-based scholarships are available.
Start Your Master’s or Certificate in Special Education Today!
Connect with BU Wheelock to learn more about the master’s or graduate certificates in teaching special education. Learn about application requirements and deadlines, sign up for an information session, or start your application today.