2025-2026 Graduate Catalog

SPED Degree Requirements

Degree Requirements

General Core Courses: K-12--12 required courses

SPED 6010Introduction of Graduate Research

3

SPED 6310Collaboration with Families and Professionals in Special Education

3

SPED 6340Special Education Law and Leadership

3

SPED 6900Research Synthesis Project

3

Specialization Education Core Courses: K-12-- 9 required credits

SPED 6320Assessment in Special Education

3

SPED 6330Methods for Working with Students with Disabilities

3

SPED 6350Classroom and Behavior Management

3

Elective Courses--9 credits

The elective courses are preapproved by and completed prior to enrollment in the program.  They are typically completed through one of Augustana University's continuing education partners and must be in the content area of Special Education, Special populations or related areas (Literacy, SEL, Trauma-Informed, etc.).

K-12 specialization students are to take three courses (9 credit hours) as approved by the Program Director.