Early Childhood Birth to Five Endorsement Program

Early Childhood Birth to Eight Endorsement Program Admission Criteria, Application Process, and Application Form

Admission Criteria

The endorsement is available to undergraduate students enrolled in the Elementary Education program or post-baccalaureate students with a BA in Elementary Education. Please note that B-8 students must complete a six hour internship in a pre-K setting as well as a 15 hour residency in a primary grade (K-3) setting along with required course work.

Application Process

The candidate must submit the application for enrollment in the endorsement program when taking the first required course for endorsement (usually EDEC 1020 Introduction to Early Childhood Education or FCSC 2121 Child Development for undergraduates). Post-graduate Elementary Education candidates must send a $40.00 application fee with application and official transcripts. After submitting your application you will receive formal notification of program admittance. Questions should be directed to the office of Elementary Education (766-3211) or the Office of Teacher Education (766-2230). University of Wyoming Birth to Eight Early Childhood Endorsement Program Application Form

Contact Information

Mailing Address

Town and Zip Code

Education Background (check one)

_____ Undergraduate enrolled in Elementary Education program

_____ Active certification in Elementary Education (provide official transcripts)

Date Elementary Education certification granted______

Grade level of Residency (student teaching)______

Number of Years of Experience Teaching in Primary Grades (K-3)_____

Other Endorsements/Degrees Earned______

Have you been admitted to the Graduate School at UW: Enrichment level? ___Yes ___No

Checklist for Completed Application Process (Office use only)

_____ Official transcript review and approval to enroll in program

_____ Paid the endorsement program fee of $40 check/money order payable to the University of Wyoming (post-graduates only)

_____ Received formal acceptance into program from Coordinator

_____ Admission Date

Send completed application and materials to: Dr. Michelle Buchanan; 1000 East University Ave., Laramie, WY 82701