King’s College offers Luzerne Intermediate Unit 18 (LIU18) post-baccalaureate educators the unprecedented opportunity to earn course credit toward a Master of Education in Special Education. For those who are in the process of completing or have completed the certification program, this program aligns the LIU18’s certification program competencies to graduate credit with the addition of supplemental key assignments. Simultaneously or retroactively, qualified educators can earn a master’s degree, complemented by the ability to leverage grants and financial aid. The articulated program directly addresses the national teacher shortage, removes barriers to access, and enriches the community.
Benefits of our master’s degree program
- Designed for working professionals.
- Minimize additional graduate-level credits by leveraging LIU coursework into this program.
- Complete supplemental assignments through an online learning management system, allowing you to work at your own pace.
- Receive graduate specialized training in creating and implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) and differentiated instructional strategies. Enhance your learning through mentorship opportunities with experienced faculty and renowned practitioners in the field.
- Leverage networking opportunities aimed at fostering connections and professional growth within the Special Education community.
- Gain initial 24 credits toward certification (Level 2) and earn a master’s degree.
For an overview, please watch this brief video:
| LIU Course | King’s Course | LIU Credit | King’s Credit |
| LIU 516 Curriculum and Instruction for Low Incidence Disabilities | EDUC 516 Reading Disabilities: Diagnosis and Prescription | 3 | 3 |
| LIU 512 Instructional Planning | EDUC 584 Interactive Learning | 3 | 3 |
| LIU 515 Curriculum and Instruction, High Incidence. | EDUC 586 Inclusionary Classroom Practices | 3 | 3 |
| LIU 503 Special Education Law | EDUC 720 Special Education School Law and Regulations | 3 | 3 |
| LIU 513 Early Intervention | EDUC 730 Early Intervention Infant/Preschool | 3 | 3 |
| LIU 511 Introduction to Curriculum and Planning | EDUC 740 Universal Design for Learning and Response to Intervention | 3 | 3 |
| LIU 514 Classroom Management Using Positive Behavior Support | EDUC 750 School-wide Behavior Support and Behavior Management | 3 | 3 |
| LIU 531 Home, School, and Community Relations/EDUC 760 | EDUC 760 Transition Systems from School to Adult | 3 | 3 |
| Not Applicable | EDUC 590 Practical Research for Educators | 0 | 3 |
| Not Applicable | EDUC 770 Special Education Master’s Capstone Project | 0 | 3 |
| 24 | 30 | ||
| LIU18 courses eligible to receive additional King’s course credit (optional, not required to receive your M.Ed) | LIU Credit | King’s Credit | |
| LIU 521 Literacy Foundations | EDUC 510 Literacy Foundation (not required for the M.Ed. in SPED) | 3 | optional 3 credits |
| LIU 517 Assessment | EDUC 521 Alternative Assessment (not required for the M.Ed. in SPED) | 3 | optional 3 credits |
Sample Special Education Dual Enrollment Schedule 2 Year Plan
Costs and Financial Aid for LIU and Kings Dual Enrollment
To get started, apply to LIU18 certification program and we will notify King’s College to get you enrolled in both programs.
Any additional questions, please reach out to certificationprogram@liu18.org