Master of Arts in Educational Therapy
This 100% online program trains professionals to assess and provide individualized remediation and intervention strategies for students with academic learning challenges, in clinics, schools, and private practice.
Earn your degree 100% online to fit your busy work schedule.
Our experienced educators are committed to your success and offer personalized guidance throughout your academic journey.
Join a diverse community of learners who share your passion for growth and discovery.
Advance Your Skills to Better Serve
Struggling Students
Do you want to help students discover a love of learning? Are you an educator or someone looking for a career change who seeks to better serve struggling students?
If you already are an educator, we can further develop your skills in assessment and intervention techniques to help children and adults who have various types of learning challenges with an MA Educational Therapy Degree from NDNU.
Program Learning Outcomes
Learn how to help young and adult students with:
Difficulties in written language and spelling
Challenges in study and organizational skills including time management and executive function disorders
Dyslexia and other difficulties in reading
ADHD and other attention issues
Dyscalculia or difficulties in mathematics
Career Outcomes
The career landscape for graduates with a Master’s degree in Educational Therapy is growing, driven by increasing demand for personalized educational support for students with learning disabilities and challenges.
Educational therapists use a blend of therapeutic and educational strategies to help students succeed both academically and emotionally.
Educational Therapist:
Education Consultant:
Special Education Teacher:
Program Coordinator:
Source: ZipRecruiter 2025 | Nationwide
– Iren G., NDNU MA Educational Therapy Graduate
Flexible Program Delivery
Our Master’s in Educational Therapy is designed for working professionals, offering an online flexible format.
This degree also includes opportunities for clinical practice in local schools and clinics.
The 33-unit program costs $876 per unit (total $28,908).
Program Director Overview
Our Program Director, Polly, is a passionate and experienced leader dedicated to helping students succeed through personalized educational therapy.
With over ten years of hands-on experience, she brings deep knowledge and care to every aspect of the program.
Polly earned her MA from Holy Names University, where she also taught and led the Raskob Learning Institute, combining academic expertise with real-world leadership.
A Personalized, Inclusive, & Practical Education Experience
Provides individualized attention and guidance to help students achieve their academic and career goals.
Prepares educators to create culturally responsive, inclusive classrooms that support diverse learners.
Offers adaptable class schedules and emphasizes hands-on practicum experiences to ready students for real-world teaching careers.
About Notre Dame de Namur University
Established in 1851 by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, Notre Dame de Namur University (NDNU) is a WSCUC accredited, Catholic, not-for-profit, coeducational institution serving adult learners from diverse backgrounds.
The university offers master’s degrees in business, education, and psychology, undergraduate degree completion programs, along with teacher credentials. NDNU maintains a strong commitment to academic excellence, social justice, and community engagement.
We offer a diverse and inclusive learning community, designated by the US Department of Education as a Hispanic-Serving Institution that challenges each member to consciously apply values and ethics in their personal, professional and public life.
