Master of Science In Severe Special Needs
Simmons College

Simmons College and The New England Center for Children have collaborated to offer a Master of Science in Education Degree with licensure in Severe Disabilities (Levels: All) to NECC employees. All courses are taught on-site at NECC in Southborough.

Currently there are over 150 employees enrolled in the program. Over the past 4 years, 150 employees have graduated, with very positive feedback about the program. The combination of practical training, experience and the Simmons courses has enabled employees to have a wide variety of job offers in both public schools and private agencies upon completion of the program.

Employees can receive a $35,000 degree for only $200 per course. The program can be completed in a 3 year time period on a part-time basis. There are 12 courses that you must take to complete the program. You may register for one course without being formally enrolled in the program.

Enrollment
To formally enroll in the program, all employees must apply directly to Simmons College by submitting the formal New England Center for Children/Simmons College application. All applications must be sent to Simmons College. Prior to the students' practicum year, master's degree candidates are required to pass the Communication and Literacy section and the General Curriculum subtest of the Massachusetts state licensure exam to continue in the program.

Ideal candidates present with an undergraduate major in liberal arts and sciences, or meet the requirements for an interdisciplinary concentration in the liberal arts and sciences or have a Massachusetts teacher's certificate. A GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.

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