Eastern Washington University offers two program options which end in candidates being recommended for a Career & Technical Education Administrator Certification in the State of Washington:
Master of Education with CTE Certification
The Master of Education program is a full Master's degree, designed for candidates who currently hold a CTE Certification and wish to be certificated as a Career & Technical Education Administrator.
CTE Certificate Only Option
The Graduate Certificate is a shorter, Master's level program, designed for candidates who currently hold a CTE Certification and wish to be certificated as a Career & Technical Education Administrator.
Sequence of Courses
The Sequence of Courses is a document that serves to outline the order in which courses are offered and can be completed.
In most cases there is a choice between full-time (two courses per session/6-weeks), or part-time (one course per session/6-weeks), or a combination of full- and part-time depending upon candidate needs. Some students choose to follow the Sequence of Courses as written, others will need a customized sequence based on personal needs, schedules, work, etc.
If you need to make changes to your Course Sequence at any time or intend to transfer in any courses, please click on "Request Custom Sequence" tab below and complete the form.
The Sequence of Courses serves to outline the order in which courses are to be completed. Please use this sequence to complete your final Program Plan using the online form. Contact the Education Department for: 1. Transfer course review and/or 2. Customized needs, such as sitting out a session.
Session 1 course sections are A01-A09. Session 2 course sections are A50 –A59. Most courses are offered a minimum of twice per year. If you change your sequence this may result in waiting for the course to be offered which may delay your graduation.
If applying for Financial Aid, please register for sessions 1 and 2 at the same time.
Please contact the Career and Technical Education Program Coordinator at 509-359-6198 or msears@ewu.edu with questions
Program & University Resources
It is important for students to review the dates and deadlines for the Online Accelerated program as they are different from posted university dates and deadlines. Deadlines for the Online Accelerated program are extremely strict and exceptions are not made. Please contact the Education Department with questions.
Click the button below to view textbooks required for all courses in your program. This list will be updated as new book information becomes available.
An online master's student has full access to Eastern Washington University resources.
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Internship & Portfolio
Internships provide an opportunity for professional growth. The internship meets the requirements for both: (1) Eastern Washington University and (2) the Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction - Department of Certification.
Before Your Internship
- Internship Information - Internship location must be identified by student.
- EWU does not place students in internship locations.
- Must cover the majority of the academic year and see the opening and closing of school (order can be reversed).
- The CTE administrator internship begins each fall and is required to be completed sequentially.There are 12 internship credits total over 6 internship classes with 200 hours of experience required to be documented during this time. There is also a capstone project embedded within the internship courses.
- All interns are required to identify a certificated administrator with at least 3 years of experience to serve as mentor and supervise the candidate.
- FBI and WA state clearance or valid, current Teaching Certificate in WA State required.
- Candidate should hold or have previously held a regular teacher, educational staff associate (ESA), or initial/continuing CTE Certificate.
- Must meet Washington state competencies through internship and portfolio activities.
- Internship expectations and activities will be outlined further in your canvas course.
- Internship and Portfolio Enrollment Courses - Students will enroll in a combination of internship and portfolio courses occurring in separate six-week sessions. You must complete the courses as outlined in the table below.
- Internship Application Process - Once you have decided upon your internship location, please complete (must complete all of the following):
Internship Sequence - Fall 2024 Cohort Applications due by JUNE 15. 2024!
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- EWU Education will email a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) directly to the district/facility of your choice. The MOU will be filled out and signed by a district/facility representative. The MOU is a legal document that allows EWU students to complete coursework within a district/facility.
- If your district/facility requires additional information, please have them contact educgrad@ewu.edu.
- This step does not require action by the EWU student.
- The MOU is different than a District Agreement form. Both are required.
- If you have questions regarding internship requirements or placement please email Kari Duffy, kduffy3@ewu.edu.
- EWU Education will email a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) directly to the district/facility of your choice. The MOU will be filled out and signed by a district/facility representative. The MOU is a legal document that allows EWU students to complete coursework within a district/facility.
During your internship:
- Internship Expectations: Complete course requirements noted above as outlined by instructor.
- Submit plan for internship to EWU instructor of internship course - Part of first module.
- Logging Internship Hours - Log your hours on the electronic timesheet using the link below.
Instructions for completing timesheet:
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- Timesheets will be completed a part of the Canvas courses
Comprehensive Exam
The Comprehensive Exam is only required for students in the full MEd program.
CTED 677 - The purpose of the Comprehensive Examination is to assess knowledge and understanding of specified core courses and evaluate whether students are academically prepared for their role in education. The Comprehensive Examination requires students to demonstrate the ability to synthesize knowledge gained from courses in the Master of Education degree program and write an academically appropriate response.
Applying for State Certification
- Complete coursework
- Receive program completion form from Director of Program to EWU email.
- Complete the E-Cert requirements as listed under CTE Director page on OSPI.
- EWU does not issue the Certificate for CTE Director - this is issued directly through the State.
- Upon completion of program:
- Student will receive a program completion certificate needed when applying to E-Cert.
- Student will receive instructions on how to apply for CTE Director Certificate via email.
- Student will receive program complete letter via email from CTE Programs.
- ALL FORMAL COMMUNICATION FOR PROGAM COMPLETION WILL BE SENT THROUGH STUDENT EWU EMAIL.
- Questions: Reach out to CTE Program Director KDuffy3@ewu.edu.
Except for Washington State, EWU has made no determination if this program will lead to licensure in your state or the state in which you are seeking licensure. Please use the link below to the Certification Office webpage and reference the “Out-of-State Certification and/or Reciprocity Information” section to determine licensure requirements and/or transfer policies in your state.
Graduation
The final step in completing the program is submitting the Graduation Application Form. All graduate students are required to complete a Graduation Application. This form is used by EWU's Graduate Studies Office to ensure completion of all coursework necessary for the master's degree or graduate certificate. Deadlines for Graduation Applications are as follows:
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Spring & Summer Sessions - February 1 |
Fall Sessions - June 1 |
Winter Sessions - November 1 |
To complete your Graduation Application: go to EagleNet then click on your Student Record tab and find Apply to Graduate.
Commencement Ceremony
Students are not required to participate in commencement; however, we encourage students to take part in the EWU commencement ceremonies held in June. To have your name included in the commencement program, the graduation application must be submitted by February 1. At that time, you will receive instructions to obtain your gown and hood which are ordered through the bookstore.
If you have questions regarding the Graduation Application or commencement, please contact gradprograms@ewu.edu.
