Master of Arts in Education / Learning Behavior Specialist 1
University of Illinois at Springfield
Program Details
Earn this online special education degree and begin a career working with a growing part of the student population, those with special needs. This program leads to an endorsement to teach in a PK-12 special education setting. Students will complete such courses as:
- Assessment of Students’ Learning Difficulties and Disabilities
- Characteristics of Exceptional Children
- Strategies for Teaching Children with Special Needs
All students in this master’s degree program, regardless of concentration, will prepare to better serve students as collaborative, proactive educational leaders. Not only will you learn ways to improve practices in education, but you will also prepare to pass appropriate state testing to advance your career.
% Online
100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
University of Illinois at Springfield is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
2.5 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Interview, Portfolio
Additional Info
- Meets Illinois licensure requirements. Nonresidents should check standards in their state.