Overview

As a graduate of the Early Childhood Special Education at at Missouri State University you can work at public or private schools. Teach in classrooms (general and self-contained) and resource rooms.

Main career paths

Early intervention (EI) specialists (birth to age 3)
Early childhood special education (ECSE) teachers (preschool – grade three)

Other career settings

Hospitals
One-on-one instruction in the child’s home
Medical centers
Private practice environments

Programme Structure

Modules included:

Health, Safety and Nutrition for Young Children

Growth and Development: Infancy through Early Childhood

Inquiry in Early Childhood & Family Development

Clinical Practicum in Special Education

Curriculum and Methods in ECSE

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

38 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Springfield, United States

Disciplines

Special Education Early Childhood Education View 389 other Masters in Early Childhood Education in United States

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A letter of intent containing professional goals, future plans, background information, and professional experiences.
Submission of two letters of recommendation from professionals familiar with the candidate’s academic abilities and potential.
Completion of any required prerequisite courses or permission from the Graduate Director.
Students may transfer in no more than 6 credit hours that must be approved by the Graduate Director.
Students must complete a Program of Study with their advisor prior to completing 15 credit hours. Students and their advisor should monitor the online Degree Audit to ensure appropriate progress.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

16798 USD / year

≈ 16798 USD / year
Out-of-State

16180 USD / year

≈ 16180 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9124 USD / year

≈ 9124 USD / year

Living costs

Springfield

United States

725 - 1020 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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