Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBS I) Approval/Endorsement
The LBS I approval is for teachers with a valid Illinois teaching certificate in Early Childhood (K–3), Elementary Education (K–9) or Secondary Education (6–12). An approval is valid for a maximum of three years. In order to earn an endorsement, candidates must pass the LBS I content test. Endorsements are valid for the life of the certificate.
Note: Candidates may be eligible for financial aid. Contact the Financial Aid office for more information.
Required Courses
| SPE500 | Introduction to Exceptional Children and Adolescents/Special Education | |
| SPE501 | Educational and Diagnostic Assessment of Exceptional Children and Adolescents | |
| SPE506 | Frameworks and Perspectives in Special Education | |
| SPE527 | Individualized Curriculum and Instruction | |