Undergraduate Add-On Endorsement
Undergraduate Endorsements
Expand Your Skills and Impact in the Classroom
In addition to our full licensure programs, The W offers undergraduate endorsement options that allow teacher candidates to broaden their expertise and better serve diverse learners. Endorsements are taken alongside your education degree and strengthen both your preparation and future career opportunities.
Special Education (K–12)
The undergraduate endorsement in Special Education is a four-course sequence designed for Elementary and Early Childhood Education majors. This sequence equips future teachers with strategies to support students with mild to moderate disabilities in inclusive classrooms.
Why Choose This Endorsement?
- Gain specialized skills to meet the needs of diverse learners.
- Strengthen your resume and career opportunities.
- Prepare for additional licensure areas while earning your degree.
Coursework Includes:
| Course Number | Course Title |
| ED 538 | Diversity & Inclusion in the Educational Setting |
| ED 548 | Teaching in the Inclusion Classroom |
| ED 554 | Exceptional Learners & Behavioral Management |
| ED 555 | Ethical & Legal Practices in Special Education |
| Foundations of Reading Test | Required for this endorsement |
Career Outcomes
- Classroom teacher with added expertise in inclusion.
- Broader opportunities to teach in both general and special education settings.
- Stronger foundation for future graduate study in education or special education.
The W Difference
Adding an endorsement at The W ensures you graduate with not only a teaching license but also advanced preparation that makes you more effective—and more marketable—in today’s schools.
Contact Us
Have questions about undergraduate endorsements? Connect with our program navigator, Christi Dillon, at cmdillon@muw.edu or 662-329-7190 for step-by-step guidance.
