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Your tuition could be covered with MDE’s special education grant reimbursement!
In response to the ongoing and intense need to provide appropriately certified and endorsed teachers for students with disabilities, the Michigan Department of Education Office of Special Education (MDE OSE) is offering a Special Education Teacher Tuition Reimbursement Grant opportunity.
Get your education without breaking the bank
The Special Education Teacher Tuition Reimbursement Grant comes from the Michigan Department of Education’s Office of Special Education. This grant's funds are intended to incentivize certified Michigan teachers to earn an additional endorsement in special education for employment in a program where they are currently not qualified.
Why is the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) offering this opportunity?
The MDE’s Office of Special Education stated that there is an “intense need to provide appropriately certified and endorsed teachers for students with disabilities.”
Who is eligible to receive this special education grant?
If your district has a 60% or higher Free and Reduced-Meals population-based on Fall 2019 data, you may apply.
How does the tuition reimbursement work?
The Special Education Teacher Tuition Reimbursement Grant can be used to cover tuition costs up to $800.00 per credit hour for a maximum of six credits per year, per teacher for up to three years. Tuition reimbursement does not apply to repeat courses.
If you'd like to learn more information about Michigan’s special education grant reimbursement, fill out the form on the main page or check out CUAA's blog on the MDE Reimbursement Grant.
Endorsement Master's
Special Education Learning Disabilities Program
Concordia University Ann Arbor's Special Education Learning Disabilities program helps you expand your teaching abilities and become inspired to further explore the path that lets you live a life of service.
You’ll learn how to create helpful early intervention approaches to make sure students with disabilities obtain the assistance they need.
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Choose your path
We have two paths to explore within our Special Education program. Each path qualifies you for the State of Michigan SM endorsement upon a satisfactory passing grade on the Test of Teacher Competence for Special Education Learning Disabilities (MTTC).
Choose your path
There are two paths to explore--the Special Education Endorsement Program or the Master’s Degree in Special Education Program.
The Endorsement program is a 30-credit program for K-12 educators interested in obtaining the Michigan Endorsement in the area of Special Education Learning Disabilities (SM). This program is offered as a K-12 endorsement added to an elementary or secondary certificate.
You can also complete the 36-credit Master's of Science for educators seeking a Master’s degree in addition to the Endorsement program. The course objectives are aligned with the Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education and the Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC). Practicum or Internship Requirement: Candidates will complete 8 weeks of directed student teaching, along with a student teaching seminar.
Learn more about the features of each program on the main page.
Program features
Endorsement Program
- 30 credits
- Receive the Michigan Endorsement in the area of Special Education Learning Disabilities
(SM) after passing the Test of Teacher Competence for Special Education Learning Disabilities - 8 week student teaching experience required
- Offered as a K-12 endorsement added to an elementary or secondary certificate
Master's Degree Program
- 36 credits
- Course objectives are aligned with the Michigan Administrative Rules for
Special Education and the Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium - 8 week student teaching experience required
- Complete two research courses
- Financial Aid eligible
Credits
30/36Cost per credit
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We’re excited to offer Uncommon Scholarships exclusively for adult and post-traditional learners.
Ranging from $150-$500 per three-credit course, these scholarships are available to:
- Employees of our corporate and academic partners
- Concordia alumni
- Current students of Concordia University-Portland
- Transfer students from Holy Family College
- Veterans and their dependents
- Employees of qualifying Christian schools and churches
In addition to our Uncommon Scholarships, the MDE offers a Special Education Teacher Tuition Reimbursement Grant for certified Michigan teachers to earn an additional endorsement in Special Education. Read about the Special Education Grant here.
Yes! Student teaching experience may be completed in your school if your district meets the requirements.
To learn more about Master's of Special Education Learning Disabilities, fill out the inquiry form above.