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Get on the pathway for alternative certification to teach in elementary schools

Individuals seeking alternative teaching certification through the Oklahoma State Department of Education can complete the necessary coursework to transition to permanent licensure to teach grades 1-8, while also earning a graduate certificate from Oklahoma State University. Our faculty will help you develop a strong pedagogical foundation of research-based strategies to manage a classroom and teach elementary reading, math, social studies and science. Students will work with the Oklahoma State Department of Education to meet alternative certification requirements.
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Overview

Successful completion of this certificate program requires 15 credit hours (five courses) of graduate-level coursework in reading, classroom management, social studies and science and mathematics education. Credit hours are transferable to additional graduate degree programs.

 

Teaching, Learning and Leadership, MS - K-12 Education

Learn more about our elementary education programs

 

Coursework

This fully online program offers 16-week courses, along with year-long mentoring. Online courses are delivered through Canvas, OSU's online learning platform. We facilitate peer-to-peer collaboration and community building through both synchronous and asynchronous course formats. Synchronous courses are delivered via Zoom during after-school hours one day per week. Faculty blend the synchronous coursework with asynchronous coursework to most effectively support graduate students' learning.

 

Required (15 credit hours):

  • CIED 5373: Design & Management of the Elementary Classroom*
  • CIED 5893: Reading Processes and Practices (Grades 1-8)*
  • CIED 5323: Teaching Social Studies in the Schools*
  • SMED 5013: Mathematics Education: Theory & Practice*
  • SMED 5083: Teaching Science in the Elementary School (Grades 1-8)*

*Micro-credentials: Students can earn a micro-credential upon successfully completing these courses.

 

Course information

 

Admissions Requirements and Deadlines

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applicants will be notified of admission status within four to six weeks of submission.

 

To apply for the program, complete the following:

  • Graduate College application
  • Transcripts from all previously attended institutions (undergraduate degree from an accredited university)
  • Academic vita/resume
  • Goal statement

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Cost

Oklahoma State University offers an affordable single rate for graduate students in online degree and certificate programs.

Cost details for in-state, online graduate students
Cost details for out-of-state online graduate students

 

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