Master of Science in Deaf Education

Program Information

Idaho's only Master of Science in Deaf Education is a (32-41 credit) program designed to provide candidates with research based pedagogy and methodology to become change agents providing instruction to Deaf/hard-of-hearing students in diverse academic settings. This program is in alignment with Idaho State University’s vision to ignite a passion for knowledge and discovery to create a better future for our students and the world. Two degree tracks are available -degree seeking only or teacher certification preparation.

All courses are available 100% online (blended synchronous and asynchronous formats)

Admission

Meet the ISU Graduate School admissions requirements
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the United States or its equivalent from a school in another country.
Some programs require additional information (e.g., letters of recommendation); please contact the specific department and review individual departmental sections of this catalog for additional requirements.

The mission of the Deaf Education program is to prepare individuals to become certified teachers of the Deaf/hard-of-hearing, preference is given to individuals who have an undergraduate elementary, secondary, or special education major and who have American Sign Language skills. However, individuals without this background should consider applying after consulting their respective state department of education for details regarding teacher of the Deaf certification/licensure.

Degree Tracks

Track 1: Degree Seeking Only

This track provides in-depth courses specific to the area of concentration for professionals who already have teaching certification; seek to enhance their knowledge.

Track 2: Teacher Certification Preparation

This option provides courses to prepare the candidate to qualify for teacher certification in the state of Idaho. Includes a full-time 12-week student teaching placement.

Master of Science in Deaf Education, MS

Steps to Certification

Idaho Department of Education

Professional Licensure Disclosure Education Preparation

Idaho State University is regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) and is reporting this information in compliance with Standard 2.G.3. The Education Preparation program is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

This program is designed to meet the educational requirements for education-related professions in Idaho. If you intend to seek licensure outside of Idaho after finishing your program, use the link below to find information on the state or U.S. territory in which you intend to be licensed to identify whether ISU’s Educator Preparation program meets, does not meet, or if it has not been determined if it meets the educational requirements for licensure. If ISU’s program has not determined if it meets the educational requirements for licensure in the state in question, it may meet all or a portion of the educational requirements. If that is the case, we recommend contacting the licensing agency directly before beginning the ISU program.

NC-SARA Professional Licensure Directory

This program has not been confirmed as meeting the licensure requirements in all states other than Idaho.

For more information, please contact Emma Wood: woodemma@isu.edu.