Early Childhood Special Education

Concentration Requirements

Early Childhood Special Education Approval applicants must hold a valid and active Illinois Professional License (PEL) endorsed for Early Childhood Education or Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBS I).

Required Courses - 12 SH

SPE 510	Early Childhood Special Education Language Development, Differences, and Challenges	2 OR 3
SPE 532	Early Childhood Special Education Curriculum, Instruction and Methods	3
SPE 533	Early Childhood Special Education Diagnostic Assessment	3
SPE 534	Early Childhood Special Education Collaboration, Family and Community	3

Note: This coursework, along with the fulfillment of other requirements, can be applied to the State of Illinois endorsement in Early Childhood Special Education. Visit the Illinois State Board of Education for more details.