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42 courses with the subject EDSP, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

EDSP 323Special Education Law and Characteristics3

Prerequisite: EDUC 201 or PSYC 101 or PSYC 210

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 345Cognitive & Medical Characteristics of Students with Significant Disabilities3

Prerequisite: EDSP 323 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 360Learning and Behavior Problems3

This course addresses the characteristics of children and adolescents with academic and behavioral needs and the evidence-based best practices for supporting diverse learners in a variety of settings. *Please note, this course is not part of a program leading to eligibility of a Virginia state teaching license (or license in any other state). Individuals seeking to obtain a state teaching license should contact soelicensure@liberty.edu for recommended course options.

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 363Behavior Management3

Prerequisite: EDSP 323 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 367Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders3

This course provides an overview of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and evidence-based best practices for supporting students with ASD in educational settings. *Please note, this course is not part of a program leading to eligibility of a Virginia state teaching license (or license in any other state). Individuals seeking to obtain a state teaching license should contact soelicensure@liberty.edu for recommended course options.

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 370Intervention for Students with Intellectual Disabilities3

Prerequisite: PSYC 345 or EDUC 307

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 377Autism: Educational and Theoretical Approaches3

This course provides an overview of the educational approaches and therapies available for children and adults on the autism spectrum. *Please note, this course is not part of a program leading to eligibility of a Virginia state teaching license (or license in any other state). Individuals seeking to obtain a state teaching license should contact soelicensure@liberty.edu for recommended course options.

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 385Special Education Exploratory Lab III0

Prerequisite: EDGT 202 or EDGT 266 or EDGT 275 or EDGT 277 or EDGT 292

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 388Practicum in Special Education: General Curriculum - Distance0

Prerequisite: (Background Check Clearance with a score of 5 or Background Clear Virginia with a score of 5 or Background Clear International with a score of 5 or Background Clear Out of State with a score of 5) and EDSP 323 and EDSP 413 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 389Practicum in Special Education: General Curriculum - Local0

Prerequisite: Background Clear Virginia with a score of 5 and EDSP 323 (may be taken concurrently) and EDSP 413 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 410Instructional Adaptation for Special Education3

Prerequisite: PSYC 345 or EDUC 307

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 413Inclusion and Diversity: Effective Practices and Strategies3

Prerequisite: EDSP 323

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 429Survey of Trends in Special Education3

This course provides an overview of special education related topics including legal/ethical issues, documentation procedures, development of the Individualized Education Program (IEP), Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA), and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP). Models of service delivery and the importance of collaboration among professionals across settings are addressed. *Please note, this course is not part of a program leading to eligibility of a Virginia state teaching license (or license in any other state). Individuals seeking to obtain a state teaching license should contact soelicensure@liberty.edu for recommended course options.

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 445Instructional Methods & Strategies for Students with Significant Disabilities3

Resident Prerequisite: EDSP 323 (may be taken concurrently) and EDSP 345 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 458Practicum in Special Education: Adapted – Distance0

Prerequisite: (Background Clear Virginia with a score of 5 or Background Clear International with a score of 5 or Background Clear Out of State with a score of 5 or Background Check Clearance with a score of 5) and EDSP 323 and EDSP 445 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 459Practicum in Special Education: Adapted – Local0

Prerequisite: EDSP 445 (may be taken concurrently) and Background Clear Virginia with a score of 5

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 473Assessment and Transition Planning for Diverse Learners3

Resident Prerequisite: (EDSP 413 (may be taken concurrently) or EDSP 445 (may be taken concurrently)) and EDSP 323

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 485Special Education Exploratory Lab IV0

Prerequisite: EDGT 202 or EDGT 266 or EDGT 275 or EDGT 277 or EDGT 292

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 488Practicum in Special Education: General Curriculum - Distance0

Prerequisite: (Background Clear Virginia with a score of 5 or Background Clear Out of State with a score of 5 or Background Clear International with a score of 5 or Background Check Clearance with a score of 5) and EDSP 323 and EDSP 413 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 489Practicum in Special Education: General Curriculum - Local0

Prerequisite: Background Clear Virginia with a score of 5 and EDSP 323 (may be taken concurrently) and EDSP 413 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 495Directed Research in Special Education1-3

Prerequisite: Background Check Receipt with a score of 5

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 497Topics in Special Education1-3

Prerequisite: Background Check Receipt with a score of 5

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 519Characteristics and Medical Aspects of Severe Disabilities3

This course addresses the characteristics, medical and health conditions, and learning and support needs of students with severe disabilities who require adaptations to the general curriculum to receive an appropriate education.

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 521Foundations of Exceptionality3

A comprehensive course addressing the characteristics of children and youth with disabilities and topics related to models of service delivery, documentation procedures, and legal/ethical issues.

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 522Special Education and Disability Law3

This course examines the historical, ethical, and legal foundations for the evaluation, identification, and education of students with disabilities, including an overview of federal and state regulations. Included in this course is an overview of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), § 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), The Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V, 2018), and the Workforce Innovation Act (2014).

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 524Collaborating for Successful Inclusive Classrooms3

This course expands candidates’ skills and knowledge to develop Individualized Education Programs for students with exceptionalities across K-12 grade levels. Candidates will learn evidence-based practices to differentiate instruction, and provide classroom interventions, supports, services, and accommodations needed to meet the needs of individuals with exceptionalities and ensure meaningful access to the general education curriculum.

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 525Transition and Assessment for Exceptional Learners3

This course provides a study of the process of the use of assessment for the diagnosis and development of effective interventions for exceptional learners in the general development of special education services and transition planning for post-secondary education, employment, and independent and community living. Included are discussions of implications for interventions, curriculum planning, and program development.

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 529Employment, Community, and Independent Living3

This course equips candidates with an understanding of issues pertaining to employment and post-secondary education and training for students with special needs. Emphasis is placed on developing, planning, delivering, and managing employment, community, and independent living.

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 534Individualized Programming and Curriculum3

This course equips candidates with skills in consultation, case management, co-teaching, and the development of home, school, and community partnerships to address the individualized needs of students who require adaptations to the general curriculum. Emphasis is placed on instructional methods and strategies to meet the needs of students in the adapted curriculum and to monitor and communicate student progress.

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 545Practicum in Special Education for Add-On Endorsement – Elementary0

Prerequisite: ((Background Check Clearance with a score of 5 or Background Clear Virginia with a score of 5 or Background Clear Out of State with a score of 5 or Background Clear International with a score of 5)) and EDSP 525 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 546Practicum in Special Education for Add-On Endorsement – Middle0

Prerequisite: ((Background Check Clearance with a score of 5 or Background Clear Virginia with a score of 5 or Background Clear Out of State with a score of 5 or Background Clear International with a score of 5)) and EDSP 525 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 547Practicum in Special Education for Add-On Endorsement – Secondary0

Prerequisite: ((Background Check Clearance with a score of 5 or Background Clear Virginia with a score of 5 or Background Clear Out of State with a score of 5 or Background Clear International with a score of 5)) and EDSP 525 (may be taken concurrently)

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 588Initial Licensure Practicum in Special Education I0

Prerequisite: ((EDGT 560 or EDGT 502 or Education Gate 2 with a score of 5 or Education Gate 2-Doctoral with a score of 5) and (Background Check Clearance with a score of 5 or Background Clear International with a score of 5 or Background Clear Virginia with a score of 5 or Background Clear Out of State with a score of 5) and EDSP 534 (may be taken concurrently))

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 622Assessment and Evaluation in Special Education3

This course is designed to provide theoretical and experiential knowledge regarding basic principles of educational assessment and intervention for all learners. Emphasis is placed on connections from research to practice and making instructional decisions based on systematically collected data.

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 685Special Education Exploratory Lab I0

Prerequisite: EDGT 556 or EDGT 560

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 688Initial Licensure Practicum in Special Education II0

Prerequisite: ((EDGT 560 or EDGT 502 or Education Gate 2 with a score of 5 or Education Gate 2-Doctoral with a score of 5) and (Background Check Clearance with a score of 5 or Background Clear International with a score of 5 or Background Clear Out of State with a score of 5 or Background Clear Virginia with a score of 5) and (EDSP 525 or EDUC 651 (may be taken concurrently)))

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
0
Credits (max)
0
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 722History and Future of Special Education3

This course introduces students to special education and disability advocacy from a Christian perspective, tracing historical trends in the treatment of people with disabilities to current trends and critical issues in special education and disability advocacy today.

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 723Administration and Supervision of Special Education3

This course addresses critical knowledge for effective leadership, management, and supervision in special education and disability services. Emphasis is placed on the legal foundations for special education and disability services in the United States.

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 724Collaboration and Communication in Special Education3

This course surveys supports and services for individuals receiving special education and disability services. Emphasis is placed on transition planning, collaboration, and communication among individuals, families, and service providers.

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 725Assessment and Evaluation in Special Education3

This course provides study and analysis of assessment, instrumentation, and evaluation of special education research. A primary focus is on data-driven decision making, evaluating research methods, analyzing results, and examining evidence-based practices.

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 726Disability and Learning3

This course examines disability across domains, including learning and cognitive development, social-emotional development, and language acquisition. Included in this review is an overview of disability categories, characteristics and associated supports and services from early childhood through post-secondary interventions.

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu
EDSP 727Critical Review of Special Education Literature3

This course provides a critical review of special education literature on a variety of topics with a focus on teacher education. Topics include universal design principles, evidence based best practice in subject areas, post-secondary and community-based disability services, and assistive technologies.

Subject
EDSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credit Hour(s)
Type
course
Edition
2026
Source
catalog.liberty.edu

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