Drexel University
3141 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, USA
A Strong Foundation to Support the Special Education Community
Drexel University provides three transformative graduate programs to support the special education community:
Each program is uniquely designed to prepare professionals to meet the diverse needs of students with disabilities.
Drexel’s EdS in School Psychology program is grounded in evidence-based intervention. Students gain hands-on experience in schools, clinics, and hospitals, including a 1,200-hour internship under the supervision of certified school psychologists. This prepares graduates to conduct assessments, develop individualized education programs (IEPs), and collaborate with educators and families to support students with special needs.
The MS in Applied Behavior Analysis equips students to use behavioral assessment and intervention strategies to promote positive change in adaptive and social behaviors. The program is fully online, flexible, and verified by the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI), making graduates eligible to sit for the BCBA exam.
The MS in Special Education program rounds out Drexel’s offerings with a focus on instructional strategies, legal frameworks, and advocacy for students with disabilities. Students gain the skills needed to become certified special education teachers in Pennsylvania, and also prepare for leadership roles in advocacy, administration, and policy.
All three programs are designed with working professionals in mind. The EdS in School Psychology follows a hybrid model with in-person core courses and online electives, while the ABA and Special Education programs are fully online. Field experiences are embedded throughout, allowing students to apply their learning in real-world settings.
With a focus on real-world experience and collaboration, Drexel is preparing the next generation of educators to lead with empathy, expertise, and impact.
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Drexel’s EdS in School Psychology program is grounded in evidence-based intervention. Students gain hands-on experience in schools, clinics, and hospitals, including a 1,200-hour internship under the supervision of certified school psychologists. This prepares graduates to conduct assessments, develop individualized education programs (IEPs), and collaborate with educators and families to support students with special needs.
The MS in Applied Behavior Analysis equips students to use behavioral assessment and intervention strategies to promote positive change in adaptive and social behaviors. The program is fully online, flexible, and verified by the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI), making graduates eligible to sit for the BCBA exam.
The MS in Special Education program offers a focus on instructional strategies, legal frameworks, and advocacy for students with disabilities. Students gain the skills needed to become certified special education teachers in Pennsylvania, and also prepare for leadership roles in advocacy, administration, and policy.
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Do you think applied behavior analysis (or ABA) is used only for individuals on the autism spectrum? Actually, ABA derived from a science of behavior and learning theories that are widely applicable to a variety of learners. Hear from Christina Vorndran, PhD, clinical professor and program director of Drexel's MS in Applied Behavior Analysis program at Drexel University's School of Education, as she further defines this field, talks about the traits that might make you a perfect candidate for this degree, and gives an overview of what makes Drexel's program stand out.
Do you believe that a school psychologist provides just counseling? Think again! Hear from James Connell, PhD, associate professor in the EdS in School Psychology program at Drexel University's School of Education, as he explains the wide range of services that school psychologists provide. In fact, the Drexel University School Psychology program offers the opportunity of dual certification in both school psychology and applied behavior analysis, opening up even more options for the future. And with our program’s emphasis on pediatrics, our students are qualified of working in other settings in addition to schools, such as hospitals, clinics, and behavioral health agencies in the community upon graduation.
Think special education teachers only work in the classroom? Actually, they work in a variety of settings! Hear from Amanda Lannie, PhD, assistant clinical professor and program director of Drexel's MS in Special Education program at Drexel University's School of Education, as she further dispels this myth, discusses the need for more educators dedicated to this field, and talks about the traits that might make you a perfect candidate for this degree.
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