EdTerps Learning Academy Programs

The EdTerps Learning Academy provides learning opportunities for working professionals in the field of Education. Programs offered within the EdTerps Learning Academy culminate in graduate degrees from the University of Maryland College of Education, including Ed.D., M.Ed., and Graduate Certificates, as well as eligibility for certain Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) certifications, including MSDE Initial Teacher Certification in Elementary Grades 1-6, MSDE Superintendent II Certification, and MSDE Admin I Certification. The EdTerps Learning Academy also supports educator career advancement through professional development learning opportunities.

Housed in the University of Maryland’s College of Education, the EdTerps Learning Academy offers programs designed to provide flexibility and career advancement opportunities for working professionals, accommodating personal and professional responsibilities. Programs feature in-person instruction, 100% online learning, or a mixture of both. In-person classes may be held at The Universities at Shady Grove, specific county-school locations, or other approved sites.

The EdTerps Learning Academy offers innovative and dynamic programs in the following portfolios:


	School Improvement Leadership Post Baccalaureate Certificate/Admin 1 Certification Online Info Session	Enrolling for Fall Deadline: Visit program webpage for deadlines Audience: Educators (K-12)
	Creative Initiatives in Teacher Education M.Ed. /Elementary Education Certification Hybrid (one time a week in person)	Enrolling for Fall Deadline: Visit program webpage for deadlines Audience: Paraeducators, support staff, conditionally hired educators
	School System Leadership Ed.D./Superintendent II Certification In-Person	Enrolling for fall every other year Audience: PK-12 assistant principals, principals and central office employees
$Math Teacher$	Equitable Math Leadership Post Baccalaureate Certificate Hybrid *For PGCPS educators only Info Session	Enrolling for Spring Deadline: Visit program webpage for deadlines Audience: Elementary and middle school math educators aspiring to become math leads
	Middle School Math M.Ed. In-Person	Enrolling for Fall Deadline: Visit program webpage for deadlines Audience: Elementary or middle educators who wish to specialize in middle school math
	Special Education for General Education Teachers in Inclusive Classrooms Graduate Certificate Online	Rolling Admissions Audience: Any K-12 general educator in an inclusive classroom
	Special Education, Autism Spectrum Disorders M.Ed. Online	Enrolling for Fall Deadline: Visit program webpage for deadlines Audience: Any K-12 educator or special educator interested in specializing in autism spectrum disorders
	Dual Language Education Post Baccalaureate Certificate Hybrid	Enrolling for Fall Deadline: Visit program webpage for deadlines Audience: Any educator who wishes to lead a Dual Language education program in PK-12 schools, including bilingual and language immersion programs
	Supporting Immigrant Students for Professional School Counselors Post Master's Certificate Hybrid *For PGCPS counselors only	Enrolling for Summer Deadline: Visit program webpage for deadlines Audience: Any school counselor or pupil personnel worker in PGCPS