Overview

Advanced Certification Elementary is a post-baccalaureate program designed to prepare you for initial licensure in elementary Regular Education (777) and Middle Childhood-Early Adolescence (72) with the option of earning a Master of Arts in Education degree with a concentration in Teaching and Learning through the completion of three additional courses. The Advanced Certification Elementary (ACE) program offered by Edgewood College was developed in conjunction with the goals and standards of the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction and the Association for Childhood Education International.

What’s more, you’ll work with experienced faculty leaders who offer responsive and supportive advising and are dedicated to helping you meet your individual and professional goals. We will guide you through the process of applying for your DPI license and provide assistance in helping you find a teaching position.

Program Highlights

Cohort model starts once a year in August (Fall)
Licensure courses can be completed in 21 months
Courses offered in the evening or weekends
Also features optional add-on licensure certification in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Bilingual Education
Courses can be applied to a master’s degree by completing 6 additional credits
During practicums and student teaching, students have the opportunity to work with experienced teachers in their own or other classroom settings.
Students’ previous coursework may be counted towards licensure.
Our small class size promotes a sense of community and facilitates individualized instruction.
Edgewood College has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a “Best National University,” among “America’s Best Colleges” by Forbes, and a “Best in the Midwest College” by Princeton Review.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Integrative Classroom Environments
Diversity in the Classroom
Child Development and Exceptionalities
Children's Literature

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 21 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Blended

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.75

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Provide evidence of a baccalaureate or more advanced degree from a United States regionally accredited or equivalent post-secondary institution with a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale for regular admission status
Complete and submit application
Request that official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate academic credits received
Provide two letters of recommendation from college or university professors, supervisors, and/or professional colleagues
Submit a written statement listing the reasons why you think you will be successful in graduate school
Submit passing Entrance Exam Scores prior to the start of classes.

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Tuition Fee

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International

12120 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 707 USD per credit during 21 months.
National

12120 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 707 USD per credit during 21 months.
In-State

12120 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 707 USD per credit during 21 months.

Living costs for Madison

1015 - 1752 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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