The Special Education for Initial Certification, Learning and Behavior Disorders program at Western Kentucky University prepares individuals to obtain initial certification in Learning and Behavior Disorders (LBD). This Master of Arts in Teaching program is designed for those seeking initial licensure, regardless of current employment status as a teacher. It emphasizes foundational knowledge in special education, assessment, prescriptive teaching, behavioral management, research, and legal considerations, equipping graduates to serve students with learning and behavioral challenges effectively.

  • Bowling Green, Kentucky, United States
  • 1 year
  • On Campus
  • ₹84,598/Year

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Program Overview

The Special Education for Initial Certification, Learning and Behavior Disorders program at Western Kentucky University prepares individuals to obtain initial certification in Learning and Behavior Disorders (LBD). This Master of Arts in Teaching program is designed for those seeking initial licensure, regardless of current employment status as a teacher. It emphasizes foundational knowledge in special education, assessment, prescriptive teaching, behavioral management, research, and legal considerations, equipping graduates to serve students with learning and behavioral challenges effectively.

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Class Size

400 Students

Key Features

Specializations Available

AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction

Research Opportunities

Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships

Admission Requirements

TOEFL®

79.0

Key Dates

Application Start time & Deadline

Starting 2026-01-01

Apply before 2125-04-18

Starting 2026-05-01

Apply before 2125-04-18

Starting 2025-08-01

Apply before 2125-04-18

Program Start

Nov-25, August 2026-2025, 2026-01-01 00:00:00, 2026-05-01 00:00:00

Programme Structure

Courses include:Education of Exceptional ChildrenAdvanced Educational PsychologyAdvanced Assessment TechniquesLiteracy Development and InstructionAdvanced Prescriptive TeachingSeminar: Curriculum for Learning and Behavior Disorders

Program Highlights

  • Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
  • Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
  • Expert faculty with industry experience
  • Career support and placement assistance

Academic Requirements

GPA
2.75

English Language Requirements

TOEFL®
79.0
Overall Score

Additional Requirements

    Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree with a major or equivalent in an approved subject area from an accredited institution. They must submit a letter of application outlining professional goals, and demonstrate a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 overall or a 3.0 GPA in the last 30 hours of coursework. Additionally, candidates must pass the Core Academic Skills for Educators (CASE) exam, provide references, complete a physical exam including a TB test, sign a commitment to uphold the code of ethics, and pass a criminal background check to satisfy partial admission criteria for the professional education program.

Course Fees

₹84,598/Year
Annual Fee

1 year
Total Duration

Living Costs

    No Living costs available.

University Scholarships

No University Scholarships Available

External Scholarships

Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship

N/A

Amount

1250 USD

Deadline

Not specified

Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Master's Scholarship

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship

N/A

Amount

2000 USD

Deadline

15 Apr 2025

Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History

N/A

Amount

300 EUR

Deadline

Anytime

Eligibility Requirements

    No Eligibility Requirements Available

Application Process

    No Application Steps Available

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