Elementary Mathematics Specialist Graduate Certificate (50-981) (24 hours)

Student Learning Outcomes - The graduate learning outcomes for a Graduate Certificate in Elementary Mathematics Specialist are based upon National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) and the Association of Mathematics Teacher Educators (AMTE) Standards:

• Demonstrate and apply knowledge of integrating mathematics concepts and procedures.
• Provide evidence demonstrating student growth as a result of their instruction.
• Demonstrate mathematics-focused instructional leadership.

The following admission requirements apply to the Graduate Certificate in Elementary Mathematics Specialist program:

• Current state teaching certificate
• Minimum 2.50 undergraduate GPA

Graduates of the EMS program who hold a Missouri state teaching certificate will be eligible for the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) add-on teaching certificate in Elementary Mathematics Specialist.