Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education

at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) allows students who have an undergraduate degree in areas other than education the opportunity to earn a master’s degree and gain certification to teach special education to students in kindergarten-age 21. Students can earn state licensure and a master's degree in just two years. The MAT program provides integrated coursework focused on diverse learners, as well as field experiences that require theoretical and practical knowledge application.