Elementary Mathematics Specialist (K-8) Certificate

2026-2027 Drop Major, Degree, or Graduate Certificate

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  • How to Complete Your Drop Program Proposal

    • Only begin this step after you have consulted your Dean and the Dean has submitted a Notification of Intent to Discontinue.
    • Complete the required sections, ensuring no changes are made to the basic program or requirements sections
    • Attach a completed teach-out plan and notify any affected departments. Attach this plan, along with any other supplementary documents, in the Acknowledgements and Attachments section.
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    If you need assistance contact Associate Registrar Breeze Potter potterb@wou.edu

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Basic Program Information
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  • MAKE NO CHANGES SKIP TO SUPPORTING INFORMATION.

    For any questions or assistance, please contact Associate Registrar Breeze Potter potterb@wou.edu.

  • Program Type*
    Degree Type*
    Concentration/Focus is categorized under the degree type associated with the major (e.g. Bachelor of Science if the concentration is under EXS). Endorsement, License, and Specialization are categorized as Graduate or Undergraduate Non-Degree types.
  • Title*
    Elementary Mathematics Specialist (K-8) Certificate
    Elementary Mathematics Specialist (K-8) Certificate
    Title format is program name coma then degree. For example, Accounting, B.S.
  • Description

    This program is not accepting new students.

    Mission

    Elementary Mathematics Specialists will know and deeply understand the mathematics of elementary school, how mathematics concepts and skills develop through middle school, will have foundation in pedagogical content knowledge and will be prepared to take on collegial non-evaluative leadership roles within their schools and districts. They will have a broad view of many aspects and resources needed to support and facilitate effective instruction and professional growth.

    Learning Outcomes

    1. Demonstrate content knowledge for teaching mathematics.
    2. Develop pedagogical knowledge for teaching mathematics.
    3. Apply leadership knowledge and skills.

    This program is appropriate for individuals who work or plan to work, in a K-8 school system or any field where teaching and learning are integral to the mission. The EMS certificate can be embedded within the MSED Elementary Mathematics Specialist (K - 8) degree at WOU and qualifying candidates may also apply for a TSPC Mathematics Instructional Leader: PreK-8 Specialization.

    Students with a completed Baccalaureate degree and a valid K-12 teaching license may enter the 24-credit certificate program after meeting university requirements for graduate admission.

Requirements
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  • MAKE NO CHANGES SKIP TO SUPPORTING INFORMATION.

    For any questions or assistance, please contact Associate Registrar Breeze Potter potterb@wou.edu.

  • Current Curriculum*
Supporting Information
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  • Level*
  • For majors with concentrations: Is there a proposal to drop the concentration(s)?*
    When dropping a major that includes concentrations, a companion proposal is required to also drop any concentration that is not applicable to other majors.
    If dropping a major with concentrations, list them here.
Acknowledgements and Attachments
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  • Teach Out Plan Required

    Use the Files menu to the right to attach the teach out plan and any additional materials you wish to attach to your proposal.

    Attachments are supplementary only. They are not utilized in implementing the course change.

  • I affirm that I have notified impacted departments of the need to submit program proposals to account for this change.*
    If no other programs are impacted check the box anyway.
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