Bachelor of Education Special Education: Adapted Curriculum
Become an Advocate for Students with Disabilities by Pursuing Our Bachelor’s in Special Education – Adapted Curriculum
If you’re looking for a way to serve students with significant needs, Liberty University’s Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) in Special Education – Adapted Curriculum K-12 can help you do just that. This residential program can help equip future educators like you with the tools to support K-12 learners who need adapted instruction due to moderate to severe limitations such as autism, multiple disabilities, or cognitive impairments.
Through classroom learning and real-world experience, you’ll study how to implement adapted curriculum strategies, manage behavior in inclusive environments, and coordinate services that can help students succeed. Rooted in a Christian worldview, this degree can help prepare you to approach teaching with compassion, purpose, and skill.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University’s School of Education meets rigorous national standards for educator preparation set by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
- You will complete 90 practicum hours and at least 1 whole semester of student teaching before graduation.
- All of our faculty who oversee licensure courses have K-12 experience and a current teaching license.
What Will You Study?
- Assessment tools and evaluation methods for academic and functional progress
- Behavior management strategies to create safe, inclusive classrooms
- Collaboration skills to work effectively with families and support teams
- Curriculum development for individualized instruction in adapted settings
- Instruction techniques for students with significant disabilities
- Preparation strategies for independent living, vocational skills, and life transitions
- Support and services coordination for students across K-12 environments
This program has been approved by the Virginia Department of Education. Licensure requirements may vary by state. Please research your state’s licensure or reciprocity requirements here: https://www.liberty.edu/statelicensure/.
Potential Career Opportunities for B.Ed. in Special Education – Adapted Curriculum Graduates
- Behavior intervention specialist
- Curriculum developer
- Inclusion specialist
- Special education teacher
- Transition coordinator
Resources and Hands-On Experiences Available to B.Ed. in Special Education – Adapted Curriculum Students
- Access Liberty’s School of Education labs and curriculum resource center to enhance your learning experience.
- Benefit from mentorship by faculty who bring extensive special education expertise to your training.
- Build classroom confidence early through field placements at the start of your academic journey.
- Connect with local school systems and administrators through valuable networking opportunities.
- Gain hands-on experience during student teaching in a special education – adapted curriculum classroom.
Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jan 19, 2026
Accreditation
CAEP
