Do you have a passion for teaching students with learning disabilities or behavior disorders? Through Eastern Kentucky University’s nationally accredited Learning and Behavior Disorders program, you can earn two teaching certificates and gain field experience through hands-on learning in schools.
Degree Concentrations
| Bachelor’s |
| Special Education Learning and Behavior Disorders (P-12) with Elementary (P-5) |
| Special Education Learning and Behavior Disorders (P-12) with Middle Grades (5-9) |
Admissions Requirements
- Admission to the College of Education Professional Education Program, usually during the sophomore year (2.75 GPA, criminal background check, and additional requirements)
- Maintain a 2.75 GPA
Career
Where Are Recent Graduates Employed?
- General educators and special educators in public and private schools across the nation
Career Outlook
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Scholarship Opportunities
Students in the EKU Learning and Behavior Disorders program are eligible to apply for the following scholarships:
- Coates Fund
- Cross and Short Endowed Scholarship
- DeHoop Scholarship Fund/Wieste
- Gifford Endowed Scholarship
- Hansen Memorial Fund/Mae
- Harris Scholarship Fund
- Jennings & Stratemeyer Scholarship
- Keen Scholarship/Quentin and Mary Ann
- McKinney Scholarship for Elementary Teachers
- Miller Award Fund/Nancy
- Pigman Memorial Endowed Scholarship Fund
- Ramsey Endowed Scholarship Fund/Imogene
Contact:
Special Education – Learning and Behavior Disorders (LBD)
maria.manning@eku.edu
859-622-1432