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Master's (MA/MS) Programs

Program Description
Curriculum and Instruction Master's Degree A non-license master’s degree for current teachers or professionals in related fields who are interested in a master’s in education. Can specialize in early childhood education.
Library Media Master's Degree Provides advanced coursework to work in school and/or public libraries. Includes the 29-credit endorsement program with an additional 16 credits of advanced coursework.
Secondary Dual Educator Program (SDEP) License, Endorsement, and Master's Degree
 Prepares classroom teachers for license endorsements in special education and a content area (e.g., English, biology, business, social studies, math, art, music) at the middle/secondary grade level. Program includes a master's in education.

Graduate Certificate Programs ▲

Program Description
Addictions Counseling Graduate Certificate Provides a broad overview of addictions counseling, concepts of treatment, and clinical skills. Can also be taken as a noncredit certificate of completion. Courses qualify for CADC certification.
Children's and Young Adult Literature Graduate Certificate Provides comprehensive training for people who want to broaden their understanding of contemporary literature for children and young adults.
Infant/Toddler Mental Health Graduate Certificate Designed for professionals who are working with families who have children from the prenatal period to 36 months of age. Can combine with a master’s degree.
Service-Learning in Higher Education Graduate Certificate Provides sound philosophical, theoretical, and experiential preparation in service-learning and community engagement for those who teach, coordinate, and/or research learning through community involvement with college students.

License Programs ▲

Program Description
Continuing Administrator License (CAL) A post-master’s continuing license program for school administrators.
Graduate Teacher Education Program Prepares classroom teachers and specialists for initial license in early childhood, elementary, middle level, and high school in a four-quarter format. Can combine with a master’s degree.
Initial Administrator License (IAL) An innovative three-term program for prospective school administrators. This is the prerequisite for the Continuing Administrator License (CAL) program. Can combine with a master’s degree.
Library Media Initial K-12 License This license enables a person to be a K-12 library media specialist but not a classroom teacher. Can combine with a master’s degree.
Secondary Dual Educator Program (SDEP) License, Endorsement, and Master's Degree
 Prepares classroom teachers for license endorsements in special education and a content area (e.g., English, biology, business, social studies, math, art, music) at the middle/secondary grade level. Program includes a master's in education.

Endorsement Programs ▲

Program Description
Added Elementary Authorization Designed for licensed specialty or secondary teachers (with a basic standard license) who want an elementary endorsement. Can combine with a master’s degree.
AddSped Endorsement in Special Education For licensed K-12 teachers who wish to add a special education endorsement. Can combine with a master’s degree.
ESL/Bilingual Endorsement Prepares licensed K-12 teachers to work more effectively with their linguistically and culturally diverse students. Can combine with a master’s degree.
Library Media Endorsement Prepares licensed educators to become school-based educational media specialists. Can combine with a master’s degree.
ReadOregon Online Reading Endorsement Fully online OUS program for reading endorsement. Mix and match classes from five Oregon University System institutions. Can combine with a master’s degree.
Secondary Dual Educator Program (SDEP) License, Endorsement, and Master's Degree
 Prepares classroom teachers for license endorsements in special education and a content area (e.g., English, biology, business, social studies, math, art, music) at the middle/secondary grade level. Program includes a master's in education.

Certificate of Completion Programs

Credit ▲

Program Description
Asperger's Syndrome and High Functioning Autism Certificate of Completion Offers teachers, specialists, counselors, and professionals advanced curriculum and tools to help students with Asperger's and high functioning autism lead highly productive lives.
Autism Certificate of Completion Designed to teach teachers how to use a comprehensive set of evidence-based instructional strategies and a curriculum that improves the learning outcomes of children with disorders on the autism spectrum.
Behavioral Healthcare Series Expands expertise and training in delivering high-quality behavioral health care services in the fields of mental health and substance abuse.
Clinical Supervision Series Prepares mental health and clinical social work professionals who will be supervising new therapists and social workers for the challenges and demands of the profession.
Deepening Mathematical Understanding Certificate of Completion Provides easy-to-apply, insightful lessons to help mid-level students gain capacity and enthusiasm for mathematics.
E-Learning Development for Online Educators Certificate of Completion Designed for pre-kindergarten through higher education teachers, instructors, instructional designers/technologists, and administrators who want to design, manage, and teach online.
Early Childhood Education Certificate of Completion Offers in-depth research-based knowledge of important areas of preschool curriculum to early childhood professionals working with children 0-5 years of age in a variety of settings. Can be combined with a bachelor’s or master’s degree.
Interpersonal Neurobiology Certificate of Completion Prepares professionals to continuously critique, extend, and amplify the knowledge base of IPNB (an interdisciplinary perspective of neuroscience, psychology, complexity theory, and relationship studies).
Social Services Competency-Based Training (SSCBT) Certificate of Completion Provides staff with the approaches, skills, and knowledge to deliver effective social services and family support.
Training and Development Certificate of Completion For prospective and practicing instructors of adults who know their subject and want to teach more effectively. Specialize in training, training management, intercultural training, or Web-based training.

 

Noncredit ▲

Program Description
Interpersonal Neurobiology Certificate of Completion Prepares professionals to continuously critique, extend, and amplify the knowledge base of IPNB (an interdisciplinary perspective of neuroscience, psychology, complexity theory, and relationship studies).
Issues and Innovations in Clinical Practice Series Workshops and trainings address innovations in and interfaces between the mental health, addictions, and other human service professions.
Social Services Competency-Based Training (SSCBT) Certificate of Completion Provides staff with the approaches, skills, and knowledge to deliver effective social services and family support.
Therapy with Adoptive and Foster Families Certificate of Completion Series of advanced courses for mental health professionals in the specialized theories and practices for treating adopted children and their families.
Trauma-Informed Services Certificate of Completion Teaches specialized skills for working with people and organizations affected by trauma.

Other Graduate Credit Offerings ▲

Program Description
Children's Book Conference Since 1999, PSU has presented the Pacific Northwest Children’s Book Conference for writers and illustrators of children’s books.
COSA Leadership Academy Provides university credits for Confederation of Oregon School Administrators (COSA) conferences.
Early Head Start and Infant/Toddler Conference Sessions present up-to-date research, theory, and proven practices that support optimal infant, toddler, and family development across a comprehensive range of services in diverse communities.
Enhancing Home Visiting Effeciveness Course Focuses on the essential elements of a comprehensive home visiting process, and explores the five dimensions of the home visit that affect the home visiting experience.
National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Conference NAEYC is the largest professional organization working on behalf of young children. "Connect, inspire, engage" at their annual conference.
Oregon DATA Project Trainings Provides graduate credit toward the Continuing Administrator License (CAL).
Positive Behavior Interventions and Support Series Teaches techniques and strategies to build a positive climate for students and staff to reduce challenging behavior.
School Counseling Series Provides training on issues inherent to social and emotional guidance for children, youth, and families in the school setting.
Secrets of Effective Supervision Course Explores elements of an effective supervisory relationship, cultivates capacity to deal with challenging situations, and examines successful leadership attitudes and behaviors
Social Services Competency-Based Training (SSCBT) Certificate of Completion Provides staff with the approaches, skills, and knowledge to deliver effective social services and family support.
Special Educator Professional Development Opportunities Provides advanced coursework in special education for teachers seeking opportunities to continue their professional development.