Teacher Professional Development and Degree Programs for Current Teachers

Add-On Certification

Applicants who currently hold an Instructional I Pennsylvania Teaching Certification may be interested in exploring one of our add-on certification programs, including:

• Autism Endorsement Graduate Certificate Program
• English as a Second Language Program Specialist
• Special Education (PreK-8) - Certification Only
• Special Education (PreK-8, M.Ed.)- Certification + Master's Degree

Add-on certification programs may be offered as online, blended/hybrid courses, and Harrisburg students may complete some courses via video conference with Main campus. Additionally, add-on certification programs are frequently offered as special summer or accelerated programs throughout the region. Check the program websites for upcoming offerings and details.

Master's Completion Program

The Master's in Education Degree Completion program is designed for Temple University students who received certification upon completing a non-degree post-baccalaureate program at Temple. Through this program, students can return to Temple to earn a Master's degree in Education by completing three additional courses.

• Students with Elementary Education Certification earn a M.S.Ed.
• Students with Secondary Education and/or K-12 Certification earn a Ed.M.

Visit the program website for full details.

Contact Information

Not sure which Teacher Certification program is right for you? Please contact the College of Education Harrisburg student services support for additional assistance, including information about how to apply.

Anne Eckert
Coordinator of Student Services
email: ake@temple.edu
phone: (717) 232-6400