Education

Classroom-based Comprehensive Literacy Practices

Classroom-based Comprehensive Literacy Practices This graduate certificate program is designed for PreK-12 teachers working in schools supported by Maine Partnerships in Comprehensive Literacy (MPCL) coaches. Teachers interested in improving their knowledge and skills with respect to literacy instruction in the classroom. It is a hybrid program involving fact-to-face, on-site and online coursework. Some coursework in […]

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Comprehensive Literacy Coaching

Comprehensive Literacy Coaching The Comprehensive Literacy Coaching graduate certificate program is a 15 credit program of study designed for Maine Partnerships in Comprehensive Literacy coaches working in public schools PreK-12 interested in improving their knowledge and skill concerning literacy coaching. It is a hybrid program involving face-to-face, on-site and online coursework. This certificate is intended […]

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Advanced Library and Media Specialist

Advanced LIbrary and Media Specialist Certificate This 9 credit Advanced Library and Media Specialist certificate is designed to be stackable with the 15 credit LMS certificate. Upon completion of the Advanced Library and Media Specialist Certificate, students will have the required 24 credits for a Library and Media Specialist endorsement (071) through the Maine Department […]

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Special Education

Special Education A master’s degree (M.Ed.) in special education provides graduates with an understanding of how to apply current evidence-based practices in PreK-12 classrooms for children with special needs. M.ED. IN SPECIAL EDUCATION Understanding a child’s needs is essential to ensure that he or she receives the proper attention, assistance, and intervention to succeed in […]

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Athletic Administration

Athletic Administration Certificate The graduate certificate in athletic administration responds to a growing need for well-prepared athletic directors to organize and manage complex athletic programs in Maine’s schools professionally and equitably. In June 2022, the Maine Department of Education (MDOE) substantially changed the requirements for many certifications, including revisions to the Athletic Director (215) certification. […]

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Teacher Leadership

The online Graduate Certificate in Teacher Leadership develops leadership knowledge and skills to mentor new teachers, contribute to the school district’s overall success, and increase teacher retention. This 12 credit program also prepares rural educators to integrate technology effectively into their classrooms. Admissions are rolling. Students should have teaching experience. This graduate certificate can be […]

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Transition Leadership

UMaine’s Graduate certificate in transition leadership focuses on the transition from high school to adult life for young people with a wide range of disabilities. It is designed for teachers and those seeking coursework in Rehabilitation Counseling, School Guidance, School Adjustment Counseling and related services staff, or School Social Work seeking work with special populations. […]

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Multilingual Special Education

The Multilingual Special Education Graduate Certificate program responds to a critical and growing need for teachers and other school professionals across the state. This program supports school professionals so they have the knowledge and skills of evidence-based practices and policies to best support MLs with disabilities and other culturally and linguistically diverse students. In this […]

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Outdoor Leadership and Education

The outdoors is an essential part of Maine’s heritage and an increasingly critical component of our modern economy. Outdoor industries and recreation are particularly important for the sustainability of rural communities. Maine needs a skilled cadre of stewards, educators and outdoor guides to lead groups knowledgeably, ethically and safely on trips in our wilderness and […]

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Adapted Physical Education

In today’s schools, physical education teachers must have the knowledge, skills and practical experiences to meet the needs of all students. The 15-credit graduate certificate in Adapted Physical Education is designed to address these needs by increasing the number and capacity of teachers with credentials in adapted physical education for students with physical and/or intellectual […]

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