Master of Education in Special Education – Challenging Behaviors Online
Develop the knowledge and skills to serve students with challenging needs, such as autism. Study applied behavioral analysis and intervention strategies and learn to support and evaluate individuals with diverse learning needs.
Program Overview
Gain insights into our online Master of Education in Special Education – Challenging Behaviors program
The Master of Education in Special Education – Challenging Behaviors online program helps education professionals expand their knowledge and skills in providing services to individuals with diverse learning needs. Learn strategies for analysis, intervention and support for students with challenging behaviors such as autism.
Whether you have experience in special education or are just diving into your passion for helping students with special needs, earning your master's in special education online at SOSU positions you for career advancement as a special education teacher, intervention specialist or in an administrative or leadership role. In this accelerated, 100% online master's program, you will learn how to best reach and educate students with diverse needs, develop the ability to teach others about special education and learn to think outside the box to become an advocate for those in need.
In this special education program, you will learn:
- Knowledge and strategy to better reach and educate students with diverse needs
- Strategy to work with more severe behaviors and to learn more about: autism, positive behavior and support, applied behavior analysis, and ways to shape behavior
- Ability to teach others about special education and thinking creatively to help advocate – no matter the barriers
- Preparation to work in schools and meet the unique behavioral needs of K-12 learners through systemic, positive, prevention-focused and data-based decision making
- Knowledge and strategy to better reach and educate students with diverse needs
- Strategy to work with more severe behaviors and to learn more about: autism, positive behavior and support, applied behavior analysis, and ways to shape behavior
- Ability to teach others about special education and thinking creatively to help advocate – no matter the barriers
- Preparation to work in schools and meet the unique behavioral needs of K-12 learners through systemic, positive, prevention-focused and data-based decision making
As a graduate of this M.Ed. online program, you will be prepared for teaching and administrative roles in special education that include:
- K-12 Special Education Teacher
- Learning Disabilities Special Education Teacher
- Inclusion Teacher
- Exceptional Children Teacher
- Resource Program Director
- K-12 Special Education Teacher
- Learning Disabilities Special Education Teacher
- Inclusion Teacher
- Exceptional Children Teacher
- Resource Program Director
Other online education programs also available:
SE offers a variety of other programs in addition to the M.Ed. in Special Education – Challenging Behaviors online. Check out all our master of education online degree programs .
Accreditation
The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) accredits the School of Education and Behavioral Sciences at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. CAEP promotes excellence in educator preparation through quality assurance and continuous improvement.
Tuition
Our affordable program tuition includes fees
Southeastern Oklahoma State University offers its students the opportunity to earn their online degree with affordable, pay-as-you-go tuition that includes fees.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program* |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Ed. in Special Ed – Challenging Behaviors | $318 | $954 | $9,540 |
*University reserves the right to change tuition and fees at any time.
Financial Aid
Financial aid is available for those who qualify. The first step in applying for financial aid is to file your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). SOSU's Federal School Code is 003179.
Contact Us
Student Financial Aid Office425 W. University Blvd.
Durant, OK 74701-3347
Phone: 580-745-2186
Fax: 580-745-7469
Email: [email protected]
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Calendar
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At SOSU, we offer multiple start dates throughout the year so you never have to wait long to get started on your online degree program. The chart below shows upcoming start dates, along with important deadlines, such as when your application should be submitted and when payments are due.
| Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer II | 6/30/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/27/25 | 7/3/25 | 8/17/25 |
| Fall I | 8/18/25 | 8/4/25 | 8/4/25 | 8/15/25 | 9/15/25 | 10/5/25 |
| Fall II | 10/13/25 | 9/29/25 | 9/29/25 | 10/10/25 | 11/1/25 | 12/7/25 |
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Admissions
Qualifications for our online challenging behaviors program
Southeastern Oklahoma State University's online M.Ed. programs have specific requirements that applicants must meet to enroll. Please read the admission guidelines to ensure you qualify.
- Online Application
- Bachelor's Degree
- Minimum 2.0 GPA
If you have any special circumstances that need further clarification, please contact us at 844-515-9100.
To meet the admission requirements for the M.Ed. in Special Education – Challenging Behaviors online program, applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 2.75 overall GPA or minimum 3.0 GPA in the last 60 hours of courses, or
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 2.0 overall GPA AND a packet consisting of a current resume, one professional letter of recommendation, and letter of application which outlines the applicant's career goals and objectives (including how an M.Ed. in Special Education will enhance their career) that must be reviewed and approved by program faculty, or
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited university and at least 6 hours in a graduate program from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and must be in good standing at previous university
- No GRE is required for Southeastern Oklahoma State University online M.Ed. programs.
- There is a non-refundable $30 application fee for both domestic and international students.
International Application and Admissions Requirements: Please note, unfortunately, students with an F-1 visa are ineligible for online programs.
- Complete the application.
- Academic Records:
- Original final post-secondary transcript(s) from each college or university attended within the United States.
- Post-secondary records from outside the U.S. must be course-by-course analyzed by a NACES (www.NACES.org) educational credential evaluation service such as IERF or WES or ECE.
- English Proficiency: Internet-based TOEFL score of 79 or an IELTS Academic score of 6.5; taken within 2 years of enrollment.
- For TOEFL, have your score report sent to Southeastern (institution code: 6657).
- For IELTS, let us know your TRF number.
- You do not need TOEFL or IELTS scores if you meet one of the following:
- English is your first language from a country whose official language is English
- You have a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. college or university
- You have a bachelor’s degree from an English speaking country
Official sealed transcripts from all previous institutions should be sent to Southeastern Oklahoma State University:
Southeastern Oklahoma State University/Registrar425 W. University Blvd.
Durant, OK 74701-3347
Email: [email protected]
Courses
Advance your knowledge in these M.Ed. in Special Education – Challenging Behaviors online classes
For the M.Ed. in Special Education – Challenging Behaviors online, you will complete a total of 10 courses (30 credit hours), including 21 credit hours of core courses and 9 credit hours of special education challenging behaviors specialty courses.