Credentials
Middle School Endorsement (ESPB-Approved)
The online Middle School Endorsement is satisfied by taking all four courses (ten semester hours) including 20 hours of applied experience.
Degree eligible endorsement
These degree eligible classes are approved for use toward the North Dakota Education Standards and Practices Board (ESPB) Middle School Endorsement. These classes are graduate-level and may be eligible for use on a graduate program of study. Check with your advisor to determine if they will apply to your program of study.
| Course Number | Title | Delivery Medium | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC | Reading in the Content Area | Online | 2 |
| EDUC | Adolescent Development | Online | 3 |
| EDUC | Middle School Philosophy & Curriculum | Online | 2 |
| EDUC | Middle Level Teaching Methods | Online | 3 |
Professional development for teachers endorsement
These professional development for teachers classes are offered online and are approved for use toward the ESPB Middle School Endorsement. These EDUC 600 classes are graduate-level but are not eligible for use on a graduate program of study.
| Course Number | Title | Delivery Medium | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| EDUC 600 | Reading in the Content Area | Online | 2 |
| EDUC 600 | Adolescent Development | Online | 3 |
| EDUC 600 | Middle School Philosophy and Curriculum | Online | 2 |
| EDUC 600 | Middle Level Teaching Methods | Online |
Child Development Association (CDA) Credential
The CDA is a nationally recognized credential that is focused on the application of good practice with young children. In response to the feedback and suggestions that the Council for Professional Recognition received from countless members of the national CDA community, they are proud to announce the arrival of CDA 2.0! Details coming soon.