Standards of Effective Practice for Teachers (GC)
Degree
Certificate
Major Credits
11
Total Credits
11
Time to Completion
1-2 Years
Locations
Online
Overview
The Standards of Effective Practice for Teachers certificate is for individuals seeking an initial license in special education. Students work with an advisor to be enrolled in this certificate program.

Program Highlights
- The Standards of Effective Practice Graduate Certificate is a variable certificate with 12 to 16 credits. Up to 16 credits may be required to meet the licensure requirements for the State of MN.
- Students admitted to this program, who are seeking a MN teaching license, must work with an advisor to determine the courses needed to meet the MN BOT licensure standards.
Application Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with a minimum GPA of 3.2.
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Additional Requirements for International Applicants
The program is offered exclusively online and is not eligible for I-20 issuance.
- Minimum TOEFL iBT score of 79 or a minimum IELTS score of 6.5
- Credential Evaluation prepared by a National Association of Credentials Evaluation Service member.
Standards of Effective Practice (GC) Application Deadlines
U.S.-Based Applicants | International Applicants | |
Fall Start | Rolling | May 1 |
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Spring Start | Rolling | September 1 |
Summer Start | Rolling | N/A |
Contact Us
Contact Standards of Effective Practice GC Graduate Coordinator Learn more about the College of Education Contact Graduate Studies