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Endorsements are training for certified teachers who want to add expertise in specific areas. Students who hold a master’s degree in an approved content area from a regionally-accredited institution may apply for an endorsement program. The Autism Endorsement is available to certified teachers who hold a valid Level 4 teaching certificate. This endorsement will provide the certified teacher with knowledge and competencies to work with students on the autism spectrum. Endorsement courses are fully online; however, candidates will be required to complete a field-based component. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)

Endorsements are training for certified teachers who want to add expertise in specific areas. Students who hold a master’s degree in an approved content area from a regionally-accredited institution may apply for an endorsement program. The Coaching Endorsement is available to certified teachers who hold a valid Level 4 or higher teaching certificate. This endorsement will provide the certified teacher with knowledge to utilize performance assessment data to guide, mentor, and lead a variety of teachers and educators. Endorsement courses are fully online; however, candidates will be required to complete a field-based component. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)

Endorsements are training for certified teachers who want to add expertise in specific areas. Students who hold a master’s degree in an approved content area from a regionally-accredited institution may apply for an endorsement program. The Computer Science Endorsement is available to certified teachers who hold a valid Level 4 teaching certificate. This endorsement will prepare the certified teacher to provide direct instruction to students in grades P-12. Endorsement courses are fully online; however, candidates will be required to complete a field-based component. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)

The Educational Leadership certification program prepares transformational leaders outside of the classroom. For those not looking to add an additional degree, Mercer University offers a non-degree, certification-only option to prepare students for Tier One Educational Leadership Certification (Level 5) eligibility in Georgia. Students learn to further leadership skills and attain professional growth in the field of education. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)

The Educational Leadership certification program prepares transformational leaders outside of the classroom. For those not looking to add an additional degree, Mercer University offers a non-degree, certification-only option to prepare students for Tier Two Educational Leadership Certification (Level 6) eligibility in Georgia. Students learn to further leadership skills and attain professional growth in the field of education. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)

The Elementary/Special Education certification only program is designed for individuals who would like to be certified to teach children in Grades P-5. Successful completion of the program and passing scores on the appropriate GACE Content Assessments lead to eligibility for initial certification. Students in the initial certification-only program do not earn a degree. This program is offered in a blended format, which includes evening and online classes. (This program leads to initial teacher certification.)

Endorsements are training for certified teachers who want to add expertise in specific areas. Students who hold a master’s degree in an approved content area from a regionally-accredited institution may apply for an endorsement program. The ESOL Endorsement is available to certified teachers who are seeking or hold a valid Level 4 teaching certificate in any field. Courses may be completed in a non-degree status or as electives within a teacher preparation program. Endorsement courses are fully online; however, candidates will be required to complete a field-based component. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)

Endorsements are training for certified teachers who want to add expertise in specific areas. The Gifted Endorsement is available to certified teachers who hold a valid Level 4 teaching certificate. This endorsement will prepare the certified teacher to identify gifted students, design educational programs, and observe relevant policies in counseling and teaching such students. Endorsement courses are fully online; however, candidates will be required to complete a field-based component. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)

The Graduate Certificate in Health Informatics familiarizes students with a unique blend of healthcare and data management, providing a competitive advantage in two very distinctive, but intertwined career fields. The program can be completed within four courses, allowing professionals to remain productive at work while obtaining the educational requirements needed for certification.

Endorsements are training for certified teachers who want to add expertise in specific areas. Students who hold a master’s degree in an approved content area from a regionally-accredited institution may apply for an endorsement program. The K-5 Math Endorsement is available to certified teachers who hold a valid Level 4 teaching certificate. Applicants to the K-5 Math Endorsement program may choose to enter the program as a non-degree, post-baccalaureate student, or they may choose to incorporate the endorsement classes within the M.Ed. or Ed.S. in Elementary Education. Endorsement courses are fully online; however, candidates will be required to complete a field-based component. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)

Endorsements are training for certified teachers who want to add expertise in specific areas. Students who hold a master’s degree in an approved content area from a regionally-accredited institution may apply for an endorsement program. The K-5 Science Endorsement is available to certified teachers who hold a valid Level 4 teaching certificate. Applicants to the K-5 Science Endorsement program may choose to enter the program as a non-degree, post-baccalaureate student, or they may choose to incorporate the endorsement classes within the M.Ed. or Ed.S. in Elementary Education. Endorsement courses are fully online; however, candidates will be required to complete a field-based component. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)

The Middle Grades Education certificate program is designed for individuals who wish to be certified to teach children in middle level grades. Successful completion of the program and passing scores on the appropriate GACE Content Assessments lead to eligibility for initial certification. Students in the initial certification-only program do not earn a degree. This program is offered in a blended format, which includes evening and online classes. (This program leads to initial teacher certification.)

Endorsements are training for certified teachers who want to add expertise in specific areas. Students who hold a master’s degree in an approved content area from a regionally-accredited institution may apply for an endorsement program. The Online Teaching Endorsement is available to certified teachers who hold a valid Level 4 teaching certificate. An individual with the Online Teaching Endorsement has strengthened and enhanced competency levels to teach online courses in the content areas and grade levels of their base certificate(s). Endorsement courses are fully online; however, candidates will be required to complete a field-based component. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)

Endorsements are training for certified teachers who want to add expertise in specific areas. Students who hold a master’s degree in an approved content area from a regionally-accredited institution may apply for an endorsement program. The Reading Endorsement is available to any teacher holding a valid Level 4 teaching certificate in any field. Successful completion of the program will lead to eligibility for an in-field endorsement in reading and will provide the certified teacher with strengthened and enhanced competencies for teaching reading and literacy at the prerequisite certification level. Endorsement courses are fully online; however, candidates will be required to complete a field-based component. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)

Endorsements are training for certified teachers who want to add expertise in specific areas. Students who hold a master’s degree in an approved content area from a regionally-accredited institution may apply for an endorsement program. The STEM Endorsement is available to certified teachers who hold a valid Level 4 teaching certificate. Successful completion of the program will lead to eligibility for an in-field STEM Endorsement and a deeper understanding of applied STEM processes. Endorsement courses are fully online; however, candidates will be required to complete a field-based component. (This program requires previous teacher certification.)

Designed for professionals and dedicated laity with a deep yearning for thoughtful theological reflection, the non-degree, for-credit, Theological Studies graduate certificate program provides theological literacy for transformational leaders.