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University of Wyoming

The Department of Special Education at the University of Wyoming offers four programs:


  • Master’s degree in Education with a specialization in Special Education. This program will benefit teachers seeking competence in instructional and behavioral strategies for students with learning/behavioral needs. The programs are offered by the University of Wyoming’s College of Education and delivered through Outreach Credit Programs. The Master’s program is designed for licensed teachers to add a Master’s degree and endorsement in Special Education to their qualifications. In addition to the degree, successful students can apply for a teaching endorsement in K-12 Special Education from the Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board.


  • Alternative Master’s degree in Education with a specialization in Special Education. The alternative Master of Arts degree program was developed for students who may already be endorsed in Special Education or may not be interested in obtaining an endorsement in Special Education but who wish to obtain a Master’s degree in Special Education with the opportunity to include electives from other departments. Completion of this degree will not lead to a Special Education endorsement.


  • K-12 endorsement program in Special Education. This program is a graduate level certificate program intended for students who seek K-12 endorsement in Special Education. It is designed for licensed teachers seeking competence in instructional and behavioral strategies for students with learning/behavioral needs. The program is offered by the University of Wyoming’s College of Education and delivered through Outreach Credit Programs. Students in this program are required to complete 30 credit hours of coursework in Special Education. Students who complete the program successfully will receive a certificate from the University of Wyoming and will be eligible for endorsement in Special Education by the Professional Teaching Standards Board. The program does not confer a Master’s degree.


  • Ph.D. program in Education with an option in Special Education. This program involves advanced graduate study to prepare students to become researchers and leaders in special education.