Early Intervention

Special Education, MED

Focus Area

Make a difference in the lives of young learners with our M.Ed. in Special Education program, focusing on early intervention. You’ll be well prepared to identify and address the unique needs of children with disabilities from birth to age 8. Gain practical skills in assessment, intervention, and family-centered practices to promote early development and learning outcomes for children with special needs.

Location

Online

Semester Hours

36

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Program Highlights

  • Accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation / National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Council for Exceptional Children
  • Certified teachers in Louisiana may add additional certifications to their teaching certificate such as Early Childhood, English as a Second Language, Gifted Education, Mild/Moderate (Grades1-5), Mild/Moderate (Grades 4-8 and Grades 6-12) and Reading Specialist; students completing add-on certifications may be eligible for a post-baccalaureate certificate
  • The capstone action research project serves as a culminating experience inviting school and community participation
  • Lekotek, a toy lending library with child and family support, offers pedagogical experiences for students and opportunities for collaboration with schools and community groups

Program Requirements

  • Satisfactorily complete and present a capstone action research project.
  • Must have a valid teaching certificate (i.e. currently active or have had an active certification in the past).
  • Field experiences in diverse settings
  • Be recommended for the degree by the student's major professor
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Explore the College and Department

Go to College of Education
Go to Department of Teaching and Learning

What Can You Be?

Types of Jobs

  • Academically Gifted Teacher
  • Instructional Coach
  • Supervisor/Director of Special Education
  • Educational Diagnostician

Types of Employers

  • Department of Education
  • Educational Agencies
  • Non-Profit Organizations
  • Public, Private and Parochial School

Contact Us

Cate Teacher Education Center, Room 2018 K

SLU Box 10749
Hammond, LA 70402

(985) 549-3726

lindsey.caillouet-2​@southeastern.edu

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