Graduate Certificate in Gifted & Talented Education Specialist
McDaniel College

Program Details

Ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed in school with this online special education degree. This program is designed for practicing PK-12 educators. Become certified in teaching gifted and talented students. The curriculum prepares you to meet the curriculum, assessment, and instructional needs of academically talented students.  

Graduates are ready to:

  • Encourage and promote student creativity and critical thinking
  • Recognize the students’ unique learning characteristics
  • Address the social and emotional needs of gifted and talented students
  • Meet the needs of “twice-exceptional” students and diverse special populations

All coursework applies to a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction, Elementary Education, or Secondary Education.

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

McDaniel College is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

2.75 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s)

Additional Info

  • Requires teacher certification or certification eligibility