Curriculum and Instruction: Special Education Leadership
Master of Education — LSUS
Credit Hours
30
Cost Per Credit Hour
$378
Tuition
$11,353
Develop the skill set to support students with diverse learning needs. Gain advanced knowledge in instruction and assessment, legal and ethical issues, and applied behavior analysis. Prepare for leadership roles in special education.
Admissions Requirements:
Graduate degree from an accredited university, OR
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, with minimum 2.5 overall GPA or minimum 2.75 GPA in last 60 semester hours of courses
Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended and any other required official documents
Mild-Moderate Special Education
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate — LSUA
Credit Hours
18
Cost Per Credit Hour
$340
Tuition
$6,120
Cost with max amount of transfer credits
$1,700
Acquire the skills to assess individual learning needs, develop effective Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and monitor student progress. Learn to teach students with common disabilities while gaining practical experience.
Admissions Requirements:
Applicants must be employed as a certified teacher in Louisiana with a Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
SAME DEGREE, 100% ONLINE
Become the Teacher Your Students Need
Every child deserves the best education possible. These online special education programs from LSU Shreveport and LSU Alexandria equip you with the tools to help students with unique needs thrive in and out of the classroom. These flexible, affordable programs help you gain the skills to widen your area of expertise, take on a leadership role, or mentor other teachers. Learn how to create more inclusive classrooms, develop individualized learning plans, and make a lasting impact on your students.
These online degrees are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
CAREERS IN SPECIAL EDUCATION
Median Annual Job Wages
Instructional Coordinators
$74,620
May 20231
Special Education Teachers
$60,780
May 20231
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LSU Online is a flexible fit for learners offering six starts a year and seven-week terms. All courses are designed to be fully accessible and engage learners, no matter where you are located.
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