Individuals considering careers as social service directors, government administrators, health care managers, arts directors, managers in higher education, law enforcement leaders, court administrators, and similar fields will find this program valuable. The Master of Science in Reading offers study in developmental diagnosis, literacy instruction and assessment, literacy in the content areas, literature for children and young adults, and literacy in the curriculum and in society. The program prepares teachers as reading specialists in grades K-12. These degrees prepare students to be school psychologists who work closely with teachers, administrators, parents and community agencies to identify and treat students' problems. Specialist degree level school psychologists are in demand regionally and nationally.
Admission is limited and competitive.
This degree prepares students for advanced social work practice with a variety of populations and settings. The curriculum prepares students for interventions with individuals and families as well as work with commuities and organizations for social change. Courses are available on site and via interactive television. The Master of Science in Special Education is designed to further professional skills in the areas of Special Education and related research. The program focus is to understand advanced concepts, critically review research, and apply these concepts and research to the professional practice through ongoing, systematic professional development.