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Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Exceptional Student Education

Empowering Leaders in Special Education

The Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Exceptional Student Education (ESE) at Florida ¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ·¸£Àû×ÊÔ´ is designed for certified special education teachers who have completed a Master of Education (or equivalent) in special education or a related field. This advanced program equips educators with the skills to become leaders in research, teaching, and service, addressing the unique challenges and opportunities in the field of special education.

With a rigorous 36-credit curriculum, the program focuses on current issues, research-based interventions, and advanced assessment practices. Graduates are prepared to make a profound impact in their schools and communities as intervention specialists, literacy leaders, and educational advocates.

Why Choose the Ed.S. in Exceptional Student Education at FMU?

✔ Specialized Expertise – Focus on literacy, behavior intervention, and dyslexia, with courses designed to address the most pressing challenges in special education.

✔ Leadership Development – The program prepares you to lead as an educational researcher, intervention specialist, and mentor for other educators.

✔ Research-Driven Curriculum – Build advanced research skills through courses in data-based individualizations, single-subject design, and capstone projects tailored to intervention specialists.

✔ Hands-On Learning – Complete a practicum in dyslexia assessment and intervention, providing real-world experience in implementing effective practices.

✔ Capstone Options – Culminate your studies with a research project, thesis, or exit examination, ensuring mastery of program concepts.

Program Overview

• Degree: Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Exceptional Student Education
• Credits: 36 (minimum)
• Program Duration: 1.5–2 years (full-time) or flexible part-time options
• Capstone Requirement: Exit examination and research project or thesis

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Program Structure

Area I: Required Major Courses (24 Credits)

• ESE 701 – Foundations of Early Literacy Development and Dyslexia (3 credits)
• ESE 710 – Evidence-Based Practices for ESE Interventionists (3 credits)
• ESE 728 – Intensive Interventions for Behavior (3 credits)
• ESE 732 – Neurological Foundations of Language and Dyslexia (3 credits)
• ESE 737 – Literacy Intervention for Students with Dyslexia (3 credits)
• ESE 740 – Intensive Interventions for Reading (3 credits)
• ESE 747 – Assessment in Intervention for Dyslexia (3 credits)
• ESE 780 – Practicum in Dyslexia Assessment and Intervention (3 credits)

Area II: Required Research Core (6 Credits)

• EDR 750 – Data-Based Individualizations/Single Subject Design (3 credits)
• EDR 785 – Capstone Research for Intervention Specialist (3 credits)

Area III: Required Electives (6 Credits)

• ESE 705 – Comprehensive Supports and Services (3 credits)
• ESE 748 – Multidisciplinary Family-School Consultation and Collaboration (3 credits)

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Admission Requirements

Full Admission

To be fully admitted to the Ed.S. in Exceptional Student Education, candidates must:

1. Complete the Graduate Application for Admission.
2. Hold an earned Master of Education (or equivalent) in special education or a related field from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
3. Submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
4. Provide three (3) completed Recommendation Evaluation Forms.
5. Submit a professional statement of goals, outlining how the Ed.S. program aligns with career aspirations.

Conditional Admission

Candidates may be granted conditional admission if they:

1. Hold a master’s degree with a GPA of 2.75–2.99 on a 4.0 scale.
2. Earn a minimum GPA of 3.0 in the first 12 credit hours of the Ed.S. program to gain full admission.

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Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Ed.S. in Exceptional Student Education program are prepared for advanced leadership roles, including:

🔹 Intervention Specialists
🔹 Dyslexia Specialists and Literacy Leaders
🔹 Special Education Coordinators
🔹 Educational Policy Analysts
🔹 Consultants for Exceptional Student Education
🔹 Higher Education Faculty or Researchers

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Take the Next Step Toward Leadership in Special Education

Florida ¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ·¸£Àû×ÊԴ’s Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Exceptional Student Education is the ideal program for educators who want to advance their expertise, lead in the field of special education, and address the needs of exceptional learners. Whether you’re seeking leadership roles or pursuing a pathway to doctoral studies, this program is your next step to success.

Application Deadlines

📅 Fall 2025 Admission: April 1, 2025
📅 Spring 2026 Admission: October 1, 2025

Rolling Admissions: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, but early submission is encouraged for priority consideration.

How to Apply?

🔗 Submit your application online:
📞 Contact Admissions: 305-626-3600
📧 Email Us: fmuadmissions@fmuniv.edu

📞 Contact Admissions: Dr. Tyffany White, Associate Dean of Graduate Studies
📧 Email Us: tyffany.white.com

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