Endorsement, Early Childhood Special Education
School of Education & Human Development
Overview
Degree: Endorsement
Classroom Type: Fully Online Online and on campus classes
Designed for teachers with early childhood, elementary, or special education licenses to advance and deepen their expertise in educating young children with special needs and supporting their families. On-campus, hybrid, or fully online formats are available. Recipients become lead teachers in classrooms or specialists supporting classroom teachers.
Application​ deadlines
Spring: November 1
Summer: April 30
Fall: June 30
Program Details
Interest Categories: Education & Counseling Social & Behavioral Sciences
Campus: CU Denver Online
What you'll learn
CU Denver’s Early Childhood Special Education endorsement is designed for licensed teachers with early childhood, elementary or special education teaching licenses. Designed to advance and deepen your expertise in educating young children with special needs and supporting their families, the endorsement may be completed on-campus, in a hybrid format or fully-online. It is fully accredited by the Colorado Department of Education and the Council for Exceptional Children. With this endorsement, you can lead classrooms or support classroom teaches in a specialist role.
As innovators of digital teaching and learning, our cohort-based online programs are highly ranked and in great demand.
Choose CU Denver's School of Education & Human Development
You can trust CU Denver to provide an education that will prepare you for excellence in your early childhood special education career. We have a name that is recognized for preparing top education specialists. Additionally, CU Denver’s School of Education & Human Development is counted among U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Graduate Schools,” making us one of the top school in the country.
Sample Courses
- ECED 5010 - Curriculum in Early Childhood Education 3 credits
- ECED 6100 - Medical and Physiological Aspects of Development 3 credits
- ECED 5200 - Screening and Assessment of Young Children 3 credits
- ECED 5070 - Social Competence and Classroom Supports 3 credits
Recommended Completion Time:2 to 3 years
Required Credits for Completion:24
Admission Requirements
Application Deadlines
We practice rolling admission and strive to notify applicants of their admission status within two to three weeks after receiving a complete application.
The following deadlines are firm. Early submissions are encouraged.
- Spring: Nov. 1
- Summer: April 30
- Fall: June 30
Application Requirements
- Two letters of recommendation
- Official transcripts from all institutions attended
- Resume or CV
- Written statement describing your interest in the program, your strengths and your professional goals
- $50 application fee
International Applicants
Proof of English language proficiency is required. This program does not meet visa requirements for students planning to use either an F-1 or J-1 visa. Questions regarding visa requirements should be directed to [email protected].
Admissions Interview
An interview may be required as part of the admissions process. If required, applicants will be contacted with additional information. For more information, email [email protected] or call 303-315-6300.
Additional Information
This program is open to those who hold a valid Colorado elementary, early childhood education or special education (k-12) teaching license.