Certificate & Endorsem*nt Programs (2024)

Community College Leadership

The graduate certificate in Community College Leadership provides aspiring leaders at community colleges with a 15-credit hour, focused program of study that will prepare them for more effective and efficient leadership service at their institution. The program is primarily intended as a Post-Masters credential, supplementing a student’s Master's degree in a discipline. It is also open on a space-available basis to students (especially community college employees) as long as they hold a Bachelor's degree. The courses are all delivered in a distance format (online or synchronous audio/visual) and are scheduled so the program may be completed part time over 4 semesters. Learn more.

Contact: Dr. Reed Scull, Higher Education Administration
Phone: (307) 766-5645

Computer Science Endorsem*nt

The Computer Science Education program leads to an endorsem*nt (grades 6-12) from the Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board in Computer Science Education. The endorsem*nt is available to undergraduate students enrolled in a School of Teacher Education program. Courses can be taken prior to the teaching certificate but candidates will not be endorsed until they have initial certification. The program consists of 20 credit hours. In addition, 15 of the credit hours may be used for a minor in Computer Science. Learn more.

Contact: Dr. Linda Hutchison, Secondary Education
Phone: (307) 766-5077

Early Childhood Birth to Eight Endorsem*nt Certificate

The Early Childhood Birth to Eight program (both undergraduate and post-graduate) leads to initial PTSB licensure in Elementary Education with an add-on endorsem*nt in Early Childhood Education. The endorsem*nt is available to undergraduate students enrolled in the Elementary Education program or post-graduate students with a BA in Elementary Education and consists of 24 credit hours. This program is not for those who completed a BS in Family and Consumer Sciences/Child Development Option. Learn more.

Contact: Dr. Tricia Johnson, Tjohns39@uwyo.edu
Phone: 307-766-5389

Early Childhood Birth to Five Endorsem*nt Certificate

The Early Childhood Birth to Five program (both undergraduate and graduate) leads to initial PTSB licensure in Early Childhood Education Birth to Five. The program consists of 24 credit hours. The endorsem*nt is available to undergraduate students enrolled in the Child Development Option of the Family & Consumer Sciences program. At the post-baccalaureate level, the endorsem*nt is available to graduates with a BS in the Child Development Option of the Family & Consumer Sciences Program or to students in the Early Childhood Special Education Endorsem*nt Program. It is also available for those graduates with a bachelor's degree in an approved related field (nursing, communication disorders, social work, and child psychology). Learn more.

Contact: Dr. Tricia Johnson, Tjohns39@uwyo.edu
Phone: 307-766-5389

Early Childhood Special Education Endorsem*nt Certificate

The Early Childhood Special Education program (post-graduate only) leads to a PTSB add-on endorsem*nt or licensure in Early Childhood Special Education Birth to Five for those who have a teaching certificate or for those who have a bachelor's degree in a field related to early childhood. This is an interdisciplinary program that requires students to take 23-26 credit hours of coursework. Please note that this is a pre-kindergarten certification program and does not prepare candidates to work with kindergarten and primary grade students. Learn more.

Contact: Dr. Nikki Baldwin, nikb@uwyo.edu
Phone: 307-766-4071

ESL Endorsem*nt Certificate

The ESL Certificate/Endorsem*nt program (both undergraduate and graduate) leads to a UW Certificate and a PTSB endorsem*nt for those who have a teaching certificate. Courses can be taken prior to the teaching certificate but candidates will not be endorsed until they have initial certification. The program consists of 15 credit hours and is offered through Outreach Credit Programs. In addition, if a student applies and is admitted, 12 of these credit hours may be used to meet requirements of a master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Learn more.

Contact: Dr. Jenna Shim, Educational Studies
Phone: 307-766-3126

Online Instruction Certificate

The Online Instruction Certificate program (graduate only) helps students acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively develop and teach online courses in a variety of settings. Upon completion, students receive official recognition of their achievement on their University of Wyoming transcripts and an official university graduate certificate. The program consists of 4 online courses (12 credit hours) and is delivered through Outreach Credit Programs. Learn more.

Contact: Dr. Mia Williams, mwill114@uwyo.edu
Phone: 307-766-2004

Play Therapy Certificate

The Online Play Therapy Certificate program (graduate only) provides students with the 150 clock training hours required by the Association for Play Therapy to become a Registered Play Therapist. This is a specialized credential for licensed mental health professionals. The program consists of three online courses for a total of seven graduate credit hours and is delivered through Outreach Credit Programs. Learn more.

Contact: Dr. Robert Paul Maddox, rmaddox1@uwyo.edu
Phone: 307-268-2572

Literacy Endorsem*nt Certificate

The Literacy Certificate/Endorsem*nt program (graduate only) leads to a UW Certificate and a PTSB Endorsem*nt in Reading for those who already have a teaching license. Teachers who have taught or will have taught for one year may take the courses and earn the endorsem*nt. Eligible students enrolled in the program must select one of three options: 1) K-6 level; 2) 7-12 level; or 3) K-12 level. Also, some of the credits may be applied towards a graduate degree in Curriculum and Instruction for students who apply and are admitted. The program consists of 18-24 credit hours of course work, depending on the level of endorsem*nt being sought. Learn more.

Contact: Dr. Leslie Rush,LRush@uwyo.edu
Phone: 307-766-3268

Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification Program

The Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification program (graduate only) provides an alternative PTSB initial teacher certification route in elementary or secondary education for those who have obtained a bachelor's degree. The number of credit hours required for the program varies, depending on the specific bachelor's degree and the desired teaching certification area. In addition, students who apply and are accepted in the master's degree program in Curriculum and Instruction will be able to use some the courses to fulfill degree requirements.

Contact: Teacher Preparation and Advising Office, edquest@uwyo.edu
Phone:307-766-2230

School District Superintendent Endorsem*nt Certificate

The School District Superintendent Certificate/Endorsem*nt program (graduate only) leads to a UW certificate and a PTSB endorsem*nt as a K-12 district superintendent in the state of Wyoming. Applicants initially apply to the Educational Leadership doctoral program and must meet those same admission criteria. The program consists of 26 credit hours and a certification exam. It is offered through Outreach Credit Programs. Learn more.

Contact: Dr. Barbara Hickman, bhickma3@uwyo.edu
Phone: 307-766-6825

School Principal Endorsem*nt Certificate

The School Principal Certificate/Endorsem*nt program (graduate only) leads to a UW certificate and a PTSB endorsem*nt as a K-12 principal in the state of Wyoming. Applicants must have a teaching certificate and a master's degree in education or a related area. The program consists of 21 credit hours and is offered through Outreach Credit Programs and UW/CC. Learn more.

Contact: Dr. Pete Moran, MoranPW@uwyo.edu
Phone: 307-766-6392