Walden University's College of Education offers a state-approved Special Education Endorsement Program with an optional M.S. in Education with a specialization in Special Education - Emotional/Behavioral Disorders (K-12). For licensed teachers who want to transition into a special education classroom or bring these skills to their current teaching area, our practical, accelerated program combines the flexibility of online learning with hands-on field experiences. In 16 months (depending on individual progress), you can enhance your skills and increase your professional opportunities by fulfilling the requirements needed to teach K–12 students with special needs. Walden University's endorsement programs are approved by the Minnesota Board of Teaching for endorsement or add-on licensure in Minnesota. Candidates for this program must already hold a valid elementary or secondary teaching license. Walden's enrollment advisors can provide individuals with guidelines and other information about endorsements. It remains the individual's responsibility to understand and comply with the out-of-state endorsement requirements for the state in which he or she seeks to be endorsed.
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North Central Association (NCA). Walden University’s teacher preparation programs are approved by the Minnesota Board of Teaching for licensure in Minnesota.
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Accredited bachelor's degree or higher. Must already hold a valid elementary or secondary teaching license. Not available to residents of AL, HI, IN, KS, MA, MI, MT, and WY.
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Institutional Accrediting Agency:
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Walden is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org. The North Central Association is one of the six regional accrediting associations recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
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Technical Requirements:
Applicants to master's programs should possess minimum online and Internet capability, and KAM-based students should have a working knowledge and understanding of computers, but computer literacy is not essential.
Geographic Restrictions:
Walden best serves the needs of those students living within the United States or Canada.
On-Campus Requirement:
Doctoral programs require 20 units of academic residency, and some master's programs have specific courses and specializations with residency requirements.
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