Education Endorsements & Certificates

Education Endorsements & Certificates

Midland University’s graduate-level education endorsements and certificates help practicing teachers focus their attention on a specific teaching area. Our standalone endorsements and certificates start in the summer and can be completed in a year. These endorsements and certificates can also be paired with core classes to earn a Master of Education in Leadership, Teaching, and Learning or a Master of Special Education depending on the type of certificate chosen.

The Walker School of Education graduate program’s mission is to prepare culturally responsive educators and leaders who demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to build a culture of learning; implement principles of effective instruction and leadership; apply data-driven decision-making to inform continuous school improvement; demonstrate professionalism and respect; and foster inclusive and equitable learning environments for all stakeholders of the school community.

Endorsements

English as a Second Language Graduate Endorsement

Our 100% online English as a Second Language (ESL) endorsement helps teachers learn strategies for teaching English language learners (ELLs) more effectively in their classrooms.

High Ability Learner Graduate Endorsement

As a 100% online program, our High Ability Learner Endorsement provides teachers the skills and confidence to teach across all ability levels.

Principal – MEd Graduate Endorsement

As part of the Master of Education in Leadership, Teaching, and Learning program, the 100% online Principal Endorsement equips teachers for advanced leadership roles with field-based hours and an action research capstone.

Behavior Intervention Specialist Endorsement

Candidates in the Behavior Intervention Specialist (BIS) endorsement program will obtain the knowledge, skills, and dispositions needed to teach, consult, and provide services related to behavioral needs for children with disabilities, birth through age 21.

Please note: Endorsements offered at the graduate level are based on the Rule 24 Standards for the State of Nebraska. Nebraska endorsements may or may not be eligible to be added to out-of-state teaching certificates. Teachers seeking to add an endorsement to their out-of-state teaching certificate must consult with their state’s Department of Education to confirm endorsement and certification requirements in their state. 

Certificates

Classroom and Behavior Management Certificate

Our 100% online Classroom and Behavior Management Certificate prepares teachers to handle disruptive behaviors by learning how to effectively use behavior management techniques.