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Nov 21, 2024
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2024-2025 Catalog
Gifted and Talented (PK-12) Graduate Certificate & Endorsement
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About the Program
The Gifted Education graduate certificate prepares teachers at all levels to enhance their teaching methodologies in Gifted and Talented (P-12) education. The program course sequence meets Colorado Department of Education (CDE) requirements for the Gifted Education endorsement. This program does not meet requirements for an initial teaching license.
Certificate courses may count toward an MA in Curriculum & Instruction UCCS.
Focus of Study
The Gifted Education certificate program at UCCS provides teachers with research and evidence-based professional coursework to increase their capacity, knowledge, and skills to become master teachers of gifted and talented students for grades P-12.
Program Requirements
- All courses must be completed with a grade of B- or better
- 40 practicum hours are required for CURR 5230
- A passing score on Praxis #5358
Professional Exam Requirement
The Praxis exams measure the academic skills and subject-specific knowledge needed as an educator. Students must pass the state-approved Gifted Education Core endorsement exam to complete the certificate and to be recommended for the endorsement.
Program Coursework
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