Education Specialist Curriculum and Instruction: Special Education
Reach Your Students More Effectively with an Ed.S. in Curriculum and Instruction – Special Education Degree
An Education Specialist degree (Ed.S.) is a great program if you are looking to enhance your teaching and educational leadership skills but are not ready to pursue a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.). Working at the postgraduate level, you can be immersed in advanced studies of learning theory and research, study cutting-edge institutional-level testing and measurement techniques, and have the chance to develop a curriculum based on industry best practices. By earning our Ed.S. in Curriculum and Instruction – Special Education, you have the opportunity to become equipped with the training and tools you need to pursue positions in curriculum design, instructional consulting, and special education teaching.
After completing Liberty University’s Education Specialist degree online, you will have an advanced, postgraduate credential that can equip you to pursue leadership roles in K-12 and higher education, as well as advanced, higher-order development of curriculum. The special education area of study provides the opportunity to gain advanced expertise in K-12 education and curriculum development. The skills and knowledge that can be gained from the online Ed.S. degree may provide opportunities in private or public schools, third-party curriculum development or learning tool development companies.
What Will You Study in Our Online Ed.S. in Curriculum and Instruction – Special Education Degree Program?
- Advanced learning theory
- Curriculum development practices
- Educational tools for children with special needs
- Institutional‑level testing and measurement techniques
- Special education administration
With our 100% online special education area of study, you can have the chance to complete training in special education administration for the K-12 level in a shorter, streamlined format. Our special education area of study can help you develop expertise in creating effective learning environments and supportive, fun educational tools for children with special needs to reach their full potential. Not every student excels in the same format, and that is why our Ed.S. degree aims to train you in analyzing your students’ learning behaviors and abilities and create a teaching plan best suited for them.
As a Christian university, we implement a biblical worldview into every aspect of our academics. Hard work, courage, and integrity define our faith, so we don’t just equip students with a degree — we Train Champions for Christ who can impact the world in their sector.
Potential Career Opportunities for Educational Specialist in Curriculum and Instruction – Special Education Graduates
- College administrator
- Curriculum specialist
- Instructional supervisor
- K-12 school administrator
- Special education teacher
Some positions may require licensure that this program does not provide.
Our Online Ed.S. in Special Education Curriculum and Instruction Degree Program Highlights
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors. As a nonprofit university, Liberty continues to strive to keep costs low for our students!
- Liberty University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Military Benefits of the Online Ed.S. in Special Education Degree
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $375 per credit hour for Ed.S. courses
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
Cited tuition rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Available Online
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
May 18, 2026 | June 29, 2026
