M.Ed. in Individualized – NILD Educational Therapy Certification Program
Meet the High Demand for Educational Therapists
Are you ready to gain the working knowledge and certification needed to help you become a successful educational therapist? Regent’s Master of Education in Individualized – NILD Educational Therapy Certification Program offers unique teacher training in special education and is offered in partnership with the National Institute for Learning Development (NILD). You will learn methods for providing effective educational therapy to students with learning difficulties. You’ll also examine the NILD intervention model and learn effective assessment and individualized intervention techniques while developing cognitive competencies.
EXPAND YOUR CAREER PATH
Enjoy new opportunities in public, private, and higher education and the workplace.
GAIN FIELD EXPERIENCE
Observe and critique programs to better understand how to teach those with learning difficulties.
UNLOCK STUDENT POTENTIAL
Gain perspective and techniques that improve learning and success.
ALIGN YOURSELF WITH EXCELLENCE
Experience Regent ranked among top national universities by U.S. News & World Report for three years (2019, 2020 and 2022). Its programs have also been recognized among the top 5 online graduate education programs in Virginia for 10 years in a row (2013-2022). Regent graduates are empowered to make a difference in lives, which has led to more than 850 alumni being recognized as Teachers of the Year in Hampton Roads since 2004.
Presented from a Christian worldview, this degree is supported by award-winning faculty in Virginia Beach.
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
On completing the M.Ed. – Individualized – NILD Educational Therapy Certification Program, you can:
- Integrate core areas of philosophy, leadership, curriculum and instruction, and technology.
- Identify, select, modify and use instructional materials to meet the needs of diverse student populations.
- Showcase a professional project customized to your area of interest – portfolio enhancer!
Career Opportunities
- Teacher
- Curriculum Developer
- Education Consultant
2022-23 Semester Check-In Deadlines
All new students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.
Session | Semester Check-In | Session Start Date |
---|---|---|
Session A | Friday, August 12 | Monday, August 22 |
Session M | Friday, September 9 | Monday, September 19 |
Session B | Friday, October 14 | Monday, October 24 |
Session C | Wednesday, January 4 | Monday, January 9 |
Session T | Friday, January 27 | Monday, February 6 |
Session D | Friday, March 3 | Monday, March 13 |
Session E | Friday, April 28 | Monday, May 8 |
Session F | Friday, June 9 | Monday, June 19 |
Admissions Requirements
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
- Submit your application at www.regent.edu/apply.
Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial College Transcripts
- Email your unofficial college transcripts to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: Unofficial Transcripts.
- Upon conditional acceptance, Regent University will attempt to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution.
- International transcripts must be evaluated by an NACES-approved company.
Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID
- Email a photo of your government-issued ID to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: Government ID.
- Please note that all items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
Part-Time Students
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
---|---|---|---|
Career Switcher | $250 | 6 | $1,500 |
Master of Education (M.Ed.) | $565 | 6 | $3,390 |
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) | $800 | 6 | $4,800 |
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) | $800 | 3 | $2,400 |
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) | $800 | 3 | $2,400 |
Full-Time Students
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
---|---|---|---|
Career Switcher | $250 | 9 | $2,250 |
Master of Education (M.Ed.) | $565 | 9 | $5,085 |
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) | $800 | 9 | $7,200 |
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) | $800 | 6 | $4,800 |
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) | $800 | 6 | $4,800 |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $850 |
University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
PART-TIME STUDENTS
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
---|---|---|---|
Career Switcher | $250 | 6 | $1,500 |
Master of Education (M.Ed.) | $565 | 6 | $3,390 |
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) | $800 | 6 | $4,800 |
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) | $800 | 3 | $2,400 |
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) | $800 | 3 | $2,400 |
Full-Time Students
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
---|---|---|---|
Career Switcher | $250 | 9 | $2,250 |
Master of Education (M.Ed.) | $565 | 9 | $5,085 |
Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) | $800 | 9 | $7,200 |
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) | $800 | 6 | $4,800 |
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) | $800 | 6 | $4,800 |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 (Fall & Spring) $650 (Summer) |
University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.
Estimated Cost of Attendance: View the estimated cost of attendance to see an example of the total cost of tuition and fees.
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