Teacher of Students With Disabilities Endorsement

This program leads to the Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD) Endorsement and is available to students in two ways. A student can be enrolled as an undergraduate in one of the College of Education’s initial endorsement programs. The other option is open to those who currently hold a bachelor’s degree and are eligible for at least a certificate of eligibility (CE) in elementary education, early childhood education, subject matter education, or physical and health education. The Teacher of Students with Disabilities Endorsement is only granted when a student has successfully fulfilled all requirements for an initial teaching certification.

Students entering the program must have a 3.0 GPA and have a minimum of 3.0 GPA at the conclusion of the program to receive the endorsement with successful completion of all TOSD required coursework. Some course substitutions are permitted for certain education majors, however, students MUST consult with their advisors for detailed information. Required courses are listed below.