By specializing your online special education master's degree with one of our unique concentrations, you'll get an in-depth look at topics that affect your future career advancement. Each concentration includes courses to build on your foundation of special education knowledge.
Online MEd in Special Education
Become a Master Teacher in Special Education
In Auburn University at Montgomery (AUM)'s online Master of Education in Special Education program, you'll grow your knowledge and earning potential as a teacher of students with disabilities. And with three concentrations to choose from, you can personalize your degree.
In this fully online master's program, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with faculty, ensuring you get the attention you need. Get started to earn your degree and take the next steps in your career.
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Why Choose AUM for Your Online Education Degree?
Expand your teaching proficiency, increase your salary, transition into administration — there are many reasons to pursue your teaching degree online with AUM. Because we offer advanced education programs in numerous focus areas, you can build the right qualifications for your aspirations.
Qualify for a Higher Salary
Alabama teachers with master's degrees make as much as 15% more than those with a bachelor's degree, and completing an EdS or EdD program helps increase your pay even more.1
Feel Supported Every Step of the Way
AUM provides personal guidance from the moment you apply through graduation. You can access academic and career resources online, getting support for succeeding as a student and a teacher
Join an Empowering Online Community
AUM's instructors apply their teaching experience to personalize each online course and provide an engaging community that promotes collaboration and shared success among students.
Experience the Convenience of AUM Online
Our online education degrees deliver the flexibility needed to continue teaching while completing your courses, with the option to take classes using your laptop or mobile device.
Teacher Certification Options
Move from a Class B to a Class A certification by earning your Master of Education in Special Education degree at AUM. Upon completion of this online program, you'll be ready to submit your Alabama Class A application, helping you accelerate your career potential and pay.
Certification requirements vary by state. Be sure to review the requirements for your location so you can meet them after completing your program.
Obtain a Higher Certification in Alabama
Alabama teaching standards are comprised of three certification levels. The Master of Education in Special Education program at AUM will help you advance from a Class B certification to a Class A certification in Alabama, increasing your earning potential and level of classroom expertise.
Certification requirements vary from state to state. Below, you can see what minimum education is required for each level in Alabama.
- Class B: Bachelor's degree in education
- Class A: Traditional or alternative master's degree in education
- Class AA: Education Specialist degree in education
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How to Obtain Class A Certification
Once you've earned your Master of Education in Special Education from AUM and obtained a transcript, you'll be eligible to apply for a Class A certification in Alabama. Our student services and teacher certification office will assist you with this process, and you will submit a completed application to the Alabama State Department of Education.
CAEP-Accredited Programs
The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) accredits the online special education degrees.
Advance Your Career in Special Education
By earning your Master of Education in Special Education degree at AUM and advancing to a Class A certification, you’ll position yourself to be a higher earner in the classroom. Our Career Development Center will help you every step of the way as you search for new opportunities or work to apply what you’ve learned to your current career. Your future is within reach, and AUM will help you get there.
Salaries for Teachers with MEd Degrees in Alabama
5 Years of Teaching Experience
$57,058
per year2
10 Years of Teaching Experience
$61,971
per year2
A Quality Experience for Online Learners
Earn your degree online from Auburn University at Montgomery to experience a quality education with the flexibility to succeed in class and your career. You can complete your coursework using your laptop or mobile device with opportunities to study when and where it's convenient.
- Academic support: Access online advising and tutoring
- Career services: Prepare to succeed after graduation
- Help desk: Get technical assistance for your program
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Fit Your Degree Into Your Life
Study on your own schedule with self-paced coursework and multiple start dates each year, so you can begin when you're ready.
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Get Support Every Step of the Way
From academic advising to tutoring and career services, a real team is ready to help you feel confident from your first class to graduation.
Start Your Journey Today
Whether you're weighing your options or ready to enroll, AUM's engagement specialists can help you find the right online degree program and answer your questions along the way. Connect with our team to learn more or apply now to take the next step toward your career goals.
Sources
- Auburn University at Montgomery. AUM's College of Education Alumni Employment Update 2020-2021. Retrieved February 27, 2024, from https://www.aum.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/AUM_Alumni_Employment_Update_2020-2021.pdf.
- Auburn University at Montgomery. AUM's College of Education Alumni Employment Update 2020-2021. Retrieved February 27, 2024, from https://www.aum.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/AUM_Alumni_Employment_Update_2020-2021.pdf.