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Special Education endorsement - how it works


Are you passionate about becoming a special education teacher? Whether you're certified or looking to start your journey, we offer a clear and supportive pathway to help you specialize in Cognitive and Emotional Impairments. Join a program designed to empower educators and make a lasting impact in the lives of Michigan students.

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Apply today

The eligibility checklist is simple: if you hold a Bachelor's degree, a passion for educating children, and are seeking a program that offers an immersive, collaborative network of colleagues. Apply now!

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Admission & Orientation

Once you're accepted into the program, you'll get connected with our coaches, processes and digital program community. 

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Cohort Enrollment

Once you are accepted into the program you will be enrolled in the next cohort.  At cohort launch you will begin the 18 months of intensive coursework to complete program requirements for eligibilty of an Interim Certificate. 

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Internship

Our program offers a model where you will be learning and applying concepts learned with real-time feedback from expert coaches and fellow program participants.  A placement in the area of endorsement will be required to complete the equivalence of an 8 week experience prior to eligibility for certification.

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Pass the MTTC & issuance of Interim Endorsement

To move forward with your endorsement, all candidates must show evidence of passing the MI Test for Teacher Certification. Our program offers unique coaching and resources to help you pass with flying colors. Once completed, you will be awarded your Interim Endorsement for Special Education.

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Cohort network support

During your three year program, you’ll be required to complete coursework, have the opportunity to engage with peers, and have access to our exclusive digital learning network.

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Program Completion

Upon successful program completion you will be recommended for Standard certification

Special Education Endorsement Pricing

We offer a dual certification program for candidates seeking an initial teaching certificate with a Special Education (EI or CI) endorsement.  The cost of that program is $10,000.  For those holding a standard teaching certificate, we offer a Special Education endorsement program that has a cost of $7500.   Apply today and let us support you in finding the program that is right for you.

Here is what is included:

  • Coursework and programming that meets the dynamic needs of special education
  • Expert support and coaching 
  • A digital learning platform and administrative structure that ensures you are well-supported, connected to coaches, and immersed in a learning experience 
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Why choose an alternative route to certification? 

We believe that great education is rooted in one thing: passion, and that many people can help us address the teacher shortage while also discovering a new career that gives back in the most important way - making a difference in a student's life.