Become certified to lead in special education
Meet the requirements for Administrative and Supervisory Certification in Nebraska with an endorsement that qualifies you to supervise special education within a school. Demand is high for those with credentials in this area, since Nebraska Department of Education funding rules allow federal special education funds to reimburse part of a SPED administrator’s salary.
Prerequisites: Valid teaching endorsement as a special education teacher, a school psychologist, or a speech pathologist.
Students pursuing certification in states other than Nebraska must check with their state’s Department of Education for certification requirements.
How much does it cost to get a Supervisor of Special Education Master's?
In State
Estimated cost: $15,397
Credit Hours: 36 | Cost per Credit: $369
Estimated Program Fees: $2,113
*Cost estimates are based on 2026-27 tuition and fees across a two-year program completion timeline. Estimate does not include indirect costs. For a more detailed estimate, see the full graduate costs page.
Out of State
Estimated cost: $23,389
Credit Hours: 36 | Cost per Credit: $591
Estimated Program Fees: $2,113
*Cost estimates are based on 2026-27 tuition and fees across a two-year program completion timeline. Estimate does not include indirect costs. For a more detailed estimate, see the full graduate costs page.
Program Information
Connect with a program advisor
Let's start the conversation about your Supervisor of Special Education M.A.Ed! Request information and connect with Ashley, the online academic program advisor, to get more details and figure out if UNK's program is right for you.
What can I do with a Supervisor of Special Education Master's?
- Special Education Supervisor
- Curriculum Director
- Special Education Coordinator
- Director of Special Education
- Special Education Program Specialist
- Behavioral Support Specialist
- Instructional Coach
- Department Head
Student Success
"I was really surprised how connected I wound up being, given that it was an online-only program. Online coursework for me had always been hit-or-miss. I never felt as connected as I did with in-person learning. I was surprised at how many of the courses that I took still had that community feeling, even though they were exclusively online."
