MASTER OF EDUCATION IN ADULT LEARNING AND EDUCATION (MED) at The University of British Columbia

The Master of Arts in Special Education-LBS I Program develops professionals who are new to teaching and those who are already licensed but seeking a master’s degree. Candidates graduate with the ability to work effectively with students across a wide range of disabilities (Pk-21) in public and private school settings. Our program provides initial teaching licensure with endorsement in special education (LBS I) from an accredited institution.

The program is a 47-credit hour program sequence that requires a minimum of 2 1/2 to 3 years to complete (Fall, Spring, Summer). Candidates gain hands-on experience in assessment, instructional planning and instruction and state-of-the art technologies designed to foster the learning of students with exceptional learning needs across a wide range of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, learning strengths and needs.

The Master of Science in Special Education-Learning Behavior Specialist II (LBS II) program is designed to offer current special education teachers preparation in targeted academic and behavioral areas through a tailored academic program from an accredited institution. Program options include a comprehensive Master’s degree program with Illinois state endorsement(s) (MS-LBS II) or an endorsement only program. Candidates may select to earn the Illinois state endorsement in Curriculum Adaptation Specialist (CAS) or Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS) or both as a part of the Master of Science degree. The option of endorsement without MS degree is also available.