Graduate Certificate in Academically or Intellectually Gifted Add-on Licensure
Western Carolina University

Program Details

This online special education degree leads to an AIG license that can be added to a teaching or counseling licensure. The curriculum can be completed at either the undergraduate or graduate level, both of which meet the state requirements for add-on AIG licensure.  

This online special education degree prepares students to help and evaluate gifted learners. Courses cover such topics as:

  • Techniques for identifying and evaluating gifted learners
  • Promoting creativity and problem-solving
  • Models and methods in gifted education
  • Advocating for gifted learners

Credits may be applied to a Master in Special Education degree.

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School Accreditation & Licensing

Western Carolina University is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Admission Tests

Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Occupational License

Additional Info

  • There is a one-week field experience on campus, Rocket to Creativity, which is held on the WCU campus in June.