Online Teaching Endorsement and Certificate
As an endorsement, this program is recognized by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC). As of Fall 2024, it is also a UGA certificate program. Therefore, completion of the program will be noted on the GaPSC certificate and on the UGA transcript.
This endorsement will qualify you to teach P-12 online classes in Georgia. Learn from experts in online instruction to become a leader in this evolving format.
After completing your coursework, you will apply through the Department of Workforce Education and Instructional Technology to the Professional Standards Commission for endorsement evaluation and approval.
Highlights
- Prepare to teach online P-12 classes
- Learn the latest online instruction methods
- Innovative online format
Curriculum
Note that you must be certified to teach in Georgia before completing 12 credits of required courses, including a 3-credit online field teaching experience.
Specific program requirements include:
- Minimum grade point average of 3.0
- Completion of at least one semester of online teaching experience in grades P-12 in your field and at certification grade level
- Submission of a P-12 Online Teaching Endorsement Portfolio to the Department of Workforce Education and Instructional Technology at the University of Georgia for the evaluation of their competencies
Our nationally recognized faculty will work with you to customize your degree program.
Additional information and disclosures regarding state licensure for professional practice in this field can be found at the UGA Licensure Disclosure Portal .
How to Apply
Current UGA Graduate Students
Currently, enrolled UGA students who choose to pursue this endorsement/certificate should submit this OTL Certificate form ,
which includes the submission of a single-page Statement of Purpose. If admitted, you will be assigned an advisor to ensure successful enrollment in courses.
Non-Degree Seeking Students
Students who are not currently enrolled at UGA should apply to the graduate school for the Graduate Certificate in Online Teaching and Learning and are not required to take entrance exams and submit letters of recommendation.
- All applicants must complete a UGA Graduate School application .
- Select online campus from the drop-down menu.
- Select “Online Teaching and Learning” from the Degree Level drop-down menu.
- Then select the endorsement/certificate program from the Intended Program drop-down menu.
Online Teaching and Learning Endorsement/Certificate Program Code:CERT_2OTL
Required Documents for Application
Non-Degree Seeking Applicants, please include the following documents with your application:
- Current resume/CV
- Statement of purpose
- Unofficial transcripts from all institutions attended
- International Applicants – must also submit TOEFL or IELTS scores
Admissions
Students enrolled in a graduate teacher education degree (M.A.T. or M.Ed.) program must
- Submit copy of an approved Letter of Intent to pursue the online endorsement (LOI)
- Have a 3.00 or higher grade point average in the major (K-6 requires 3.50 broader knowledge base needed to teach core academic courses, i.e. math or science)
- Provide evidence of exposure to and comfort with using technology needed to teach online (i.e. previous computer and technology coursework, previous online courses)
Note: Additional computer technology coursework may be required
Students not enrolled in a teacher education degree program must
- Hold a clear renewable teaching certificate (including the Technical Specialist certificate, level 4 or higher, or Permit, level 4 or higher)
- Meet all qualifications for admission as non-degree students outlined by the University of Georgia’s Graduate School
- Have a minimum of three years teaching experience in a P-12 school environment in field
Deadline to Apply
Domestic Applicants
- Fall Semester: July 1
- Summer Semester: April 1
- Spring Semester: November 15
International Applicants
- Fall Semester: April 15
- Spring Semester: October 15
- Summer Semester: February 15
Applying for Graduation
All endorsement/certificate candidates must apply for graduation using the graduation application available in Athena upon completion of the last endorsement class by a given deadline for the semester in which they intend to graduate.
Deadline to Apply to Graduate
- If you are graduating in Fall semester, apply to graduate by October 15.
- If you are graduating in Spring semester, apply to graduate by March 15.
- If you are graduating in Summer semester, apply to graduate by June 15.
Additional Resources
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