Special Education Director Endorsement

Students who successfully complete a Wyoming Principal’s Certificate in Education Leadership and a Master’s Degree or endorsement in Education (Special Education) can apply for endorsement as a Director of Special Education through Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board. The program is restricted to Wyoming students or students who have a contractual agreement with the University of Wyoming.

Students expecting to obtain this endorsement must complete both the Special Education Master’s courses and also the Educational Leadership Certification courses.

Program Details for Director Endorsement

The endorsement program requirements are available by completing both the Special Education Master’s program and the Educational Leadership Principal Certificate program. The program is offered through the UW Outreach School using distance education technology such as video conferencing, online, intensive weekends, or combinations of delivery methods. Upon completion of this program students are eligible to apply to the Wyoming Professional Teaching Standards Board for endorsement as a Director of Special Education.