Learning and Behavior Disorders (MAT) - SECP
Learn more about Learning and Behavior Disorders (MAT) - SECP for P-12.
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The special education licensure program provides a strong foundation in general education content, special education theory and methods, and teaching experience. Extensive classroom experience allows students to develop the skills, competencies, and confidence for successful teaching, including strategies for inclusion, behavior management, social skill instruction, and modifying instruction in the general curriculum. Students also benefit from the supervision and mentorship of experienced practitioners and field supervisors. The program's special education professors are experienced practitioners who are experts in their fields as researchers, teachers, and administrators.
View the general admission requirements and degree requirements for Learning Behavior Disorders (MAT) here
M.A.T. in Special Education: Learning and Behavior Disorders, P-12
Application Deadline: May 1st (Summer) | November 1 (Spring)
This program can be completed entirely online
Classes start in the Spring each year. Students must complete weekly field hours in school or community placements that serve individuals with learning and behavior disorders. Prior to the end of the program a 12-week student teaching placement must be successfully completed. Completion of this degree/licensure program will only lead to certification as an LBD teacher (not an Elementary, Middle or Secondary content area teacher).
Licensure to teach students with learning and behavior disorders prepares candidates to teach students with learning disabilities, behavior disorders, and mild intellectual disabilities at all grade levels from kindergarten through high school. Students with learning and behavior disorders may spend all or part of their time in traditional classroom settings but may also receive special education instruction for part of the day in resource rooms, or in self-contained classrooms within the school.
Who should apply?
- Individuals interested in teaching students with learning and behavior disorders
- Individuals with a bachelor's degree outside of the field of education
- Individuals with strong academic credentials
Teacher education candidates should visit the Educator Preparation Program page and review the expectations listed under the "Review These Teaching Profession Expectations" section.
Please visit the Educator Preparation Program page and read items listed under "Admission Requirement Details" for more in-depth information regarding admission requirements for this program.
Students would primarily be certified to teach students with learning and behavior disorders (LBD) in Kentucky.
The program leads to LBD certification only. Individuals completing this program would not be certified to teach in a typical classroom (Elementary, Middle or Secondary) unless they completed an additional certification program.
Before applying to the program, please contact Betty Hampton, Director of Graduate and Student Services, (502-852-0411 or betty.hampton@louisville.edu) to discuss the application process.
Department of Special Education
Brandon Gossett
Office: 502-852-0574
College of Education and Human Development
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY 40292