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Learning Behavior Specialist I (LBS I) Endorsement

Teachers who have an Illinois Professional Educator License endorsed for early childhood education, elementary education, middle grades, or secondary education may add a subsequent teaching endorsement in LBS1 and will be able to teach special education in grades K-21.

In addition to the National Louis University Graduate Admission Requirements, applicants must:

  • Hold a valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)

Program Details: 

  • Requires 9 SH for completion
  • A grade of “C” or better in all coursework is required
  • Requires passing of the LBS1 content test (#155) 
  • Note: Candidates may be eligible for financial aid. Contact the Financial Aid office for more information.

Required Courses

SPE 501Educational and Diagnostic Assessment of Exceptional Children and Adolescents

3
SPE 506Frameworks, Perspectives, and Collaboration in Special Education

3
SPE 527Differentiated and Individualized Curriculum and Instruction

3
Note: SPE 500 is also required for LBS1 endorsement but may be waived with faculty approval if completed previously. 

Upon completion of all endorsement requirements, candidates may apply for state endorsement in LBS1 though NLU's entitlement process.

Visit ISBE website for additional information https://www.isbe.net/Pages/Special-Education-Requirements.aspx