Program Details
As a talented professional seeking a career change, you can earn your initial Louisiana teacher certification with the Master of Arts in Teaching / Secondary Education & Special Education Mild/Moderate, Grades 6-12 from NSU. This online special education master’s degree also provides certification in a regular education content area.
Your online special education coursework involves a combination of modalities, including:
- Online lectures
- Reading course content
- Online class meetings via WebEx
- Writing term papers and essays
Students may begin their education in the spring, summer, or fall semesters. All students participate in a teaching internship for hands-on experience to put theory into practice.
% Online
100% OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
School Accreditation & Licensing
Northwestern State University of Louisiana is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
2.5 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
ACT/SAT, PRAXISApplication Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV
Additional Info
- Meets Louisiana certification requirements. Out-of-state applicants should check their state’s criteria.