Intervention Specialists and Early Childhood teachers in Ohio can earn the Pre-K Special Needs Endorsement to meet a critical shortage in Ohio. Interested Ohio-licensed teachers can complete the endorsement in two semesters.
Ohio teachers can complete the fully online Ohio Pre-K Special Needs Endorsement program within two semesters, with cohorts beginning in May. Take the next step now by applying for our next cohort at www.msj.edu/apply.
The Pre-Kindergarten Special Needs online option is designed for those who already possess a current Ohio teaching license in Special Education or Early Childhood. Upon completing the Pre-Kindergarten Special Needs endorsement, teachers will be equipped to work with children ages 3-5 who have special needs. Those who are interested in this program must have an existing teaching license in Early Childhood (P-5), or Special Education.
- 13-16 credit hour program – can be completed in 2 semesters
- 5-6 classes
- Completely online!
- Classes start in May only
For additional questions please contact Graduate Admission at GraduateAdmission@msj.edu.
No matter where you are in your career, Mount St. Joseph University has fully-online endorsement programs to help you make the biggest impact. Let us know which program interests you and someone from our School of Education will follow up with you soon.
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The BE THE CHANGE program at Mount St. Joseph University is designed to make earning a bachelor’s degree and teaching license more accessible for those who already have already completed two years (or equivalent) of higher education coursework at a community college. Learn more about BE THE CHANGE here.
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Ohio Pre-Kindergarten Special Needs Endorsement Program: Online
Ohio Pre-Kindergarten Special Needs Endorsement Program: Online Brochure
Program Requirements
Pre-K Special Needs Endorsement Curriculum, Program and Admission Requirements
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