This certificate program is designed for those applicants who do not hold, or are not eligible for, a teaching certificate for Elementary Education, Grades P-5 as is required for the Endorsement for Elementary Mathematics Specialist program.
For this Mathematics Specialist certificate, applicants must meet one the following criteria:
Hold teacher certification/licensure for elementary teachers from out-of-state
Hold teacher certification/licensure for middle grades or secondary mathematics or special education.
Applicants in Elementary Education should check with their licensing entity to determine eligibility for the EMS Endorsement vs. EMS certificate to see which is available and which is the best fit.
Baccalaureate degree or higher, or equivalent international degree, from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.
Minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 or greater on baccalaureate degree or equivalent international degree or minimum GPA of 3.0 on a degree higher than a baccalaureate or equivalent international degree.
Official transcripts demonstrating completion of bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university & certified English translation
Any additional program requirements (writing samples, resume/vita, etc.)
Adequate academic preparation in the field of specialization
English proficiency requirements (one of the following):
TOEFL, IBT – 79
IELTS – 6.5