Special Education-Diagnostician Certification, M.Ed.
Special Education-Diagnostician Certification, M.Ed.
You're an educator with an empathetic heart for ALL students and you're ready to utilize necessary data and assessment to truly make a difference in the lives of students with special needs.
In A&M-Texarkana's Master of Education-Special Education-Diagnostician Certification program, you'll graduate fully prepared to lead and innovate in the field of student support. You'll gain the skills and confidence to guide diverse teams through complex educational challenges, manage change effectively, and advocate for equitable practices.
Guided by faculty with extensive special education backgrounds in the area of assessment and behavioral strategies, you'll emerge from the program as a trusted professional who ensures every student receives the support they need to thrive both academically and socially.
Program Information
Degree Name: Master of Education-Special Education-Diagnostician Certification
Degree Type: Graduate
Format: 100% online
Credit Hours: 30
Thesis/Non-Thesis: Non-Thesis
Catalog: Program Requirements
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Diagnostician Certification Track
This master's program prepares you to pursue Texas educational diagnostician certification. Courses are taught by faculty who have extensive backgrounds in special education, diagnostic practice, and behavioral strategies, ensuring your instruction is grounded in current best practices.
When you seek state diagnostician certification, you'll also complete a supervised practicum in real school settings, gaining experience in conducting assessments, writing reports, and participating in Admissions, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) or Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings.
A&M-Texarkana collaborates with Texas school districts to provide internship and networking opportunities to connect you directly to the community you will serve.
Diagnostician Certification Track Information
Why Choose A&M-Texarkana to Get Your Master of Education- Special Education-Diagnostician Certification?
In A&M-Texarkana's M.Ed.-Special Education-Diagnostician Certification program, you'll receive individualized attention and mentoring from faculty with extensive background in special education and diagnostic practice, creating a highly supportive learning environment.
The program is designed for working professionals like you, offering 100% online courses with interactive video sessions.
A&M-Texarkana's competitive tuition rates, scholarships, and financial aid offered to graduate students, even online, make this program one of the most cost-effective options in the Texas A&M System.
Our students describe the program as "supportive, career-focused, and practical," with professors who are accessible and also invested in student success.
Earn a respected Texas A&M degree at a University deeply connected to the region and meeting the local and state workforce needs in leadership, assessment roles, and special education.
Program Highlights
Experiential and Specialized Learning
You'll engage in learning that will prepare you for specialized expertise and leadership in student support. You'll gain comprehensive assessment training, legal and ethical foundations, collaborative leadership development, and grow in data-driven decision making and innovative design skills. You'll also participate in applied practicum and field experiences, receiving real-world opportunities.
Flexible and Fully Supportive Environment
Designed for working professionals, A&M-Texarkana's M.Ed.-Special Education-Diagnostician Certification degree program is offered 100% online with interactive video sessions. You gain the flexibility of online courses with the support of accessible and experienced faculty invested in you and your success.
Different Paths to Meet your Educational Goals
As a student, you have the opportunity to graduate with your M.Ed.-Special Education-Diagnostician Certification degree program that adequately prepares you to pursue diagnostician certification in the state of Texas. If you already hold a master's in education or related field, you can pursue the diagnostician state certification as a non-degree seeking student. A&M-Texarkana is dedicated to helping you reach your educational goals, whatever path you choose.
M.Ed.-Special Education-Diagnostician Certification FAQ's
Does this degree program help me get certified to teach special education?
No. A&M-Texarkana's M.Ed.-Special Education-Diagnostician Certification program is a campus leadership degree in the field of special education that prepares you to become an Educational Diagnostician.
What can I do with this degree?
As a graduate, you can work within school districts to access and support students with special needs as an educational diagnostician. By seeking state diagnostician certification, you'll be able to provide diagnostic and eligibility evaluations for special education programs, identify development delays and design early support plans, and advise schools or families on assessment, accomodations, and compliance.
What career opportunities can I pursue with this degree?
Future job titles for you as a graduate could include Educational Diagnostician, Special Education Coordinator, Assessment Specialist, Intervention Specialist, Special Education Supervisor, Special Education Director, Student Support Services Leader, Compliance Specialist (Special Education), IEP/ARD Facilitator, and/or an Early Childhood Assessment Coordinator.
What does an Educational Diagnostician do?
Educational Diagnosticians are student advocates who assess cognitive, academic, behavioral, and adaptive functioning to determine eligibility for special education services. They also provide support to teachers and parents to help students with varying academic or behavioral needs be more successful.
How is this role different from other special education professions?
Diagnosticians are campus leaders who specialize in assessment and eligibility determination, whereas special education teachers focus on instruction.