Work-Based Learning, Graduate Endorsement
Graduate Endorsement in Work-Based Learning
University of Nebraska at Kearney
Overview
Admissions and Requirements
Courses You’ll Take
Tuition & Fees
Program Overview
The online Work-Based Learning, Graduate Endorsement program is designed for teachers who are involved in work-based and vocational programming.
An endorsement in work-based learning prepares and supports teachers involved in work-based and vocational programming.
A work-based learning supplemental endorsement for Nebraska requires 3 credit hours of classroom instruction and 1,000 hours of verified work experience other than teaching. Students pursuing certification in other states must check with their State Department of Education for certification requirements.
Note: This endorsement is offered at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Career Outlook: School districts nationally must have vocationally endorsed teachers to apply for Federal Perkins funds for innovation and improvement of a work-based learning program.
Admissions and Requirements
To be accepted to this program, you must have:
A Bachelor's degree
A license/certificate required
Standard teaching certificate
NOTE: This program is authorized, exempt, or not subject to state regulatory compliance and may enroll students from all 50 states
To apply to this program:
- Complete and submit the online application to Graduate Studies
- Pay the $45 non-refundable application fee
Courses You’ll Take
Core Courses
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BSED 831 | Coordinating Techniques | 3 |
This course analyzes vocational cooperative programs and their relationship to the comprehensive school curriculum for combining school-based and work-based learning. The challenges of developing and implementing an effective work-based learning experience are explored. Emphasis is placed on the organization and supervision of cooperative programs, the duties and responsibilities of the coordinator, the selection and placement of students, the evaluation of training stations, and the evaluation of student occupational competencies. | ||
Elective Courses
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BSED 831 | Coordinating Techniques | 3 |
This course analyzes vocational cooperative programs and their relationship to the comprehensive school curriculum for combining school-based and work-based learning. The challenges of developing and implementing an effective work-based learning experience are explored. Emphasis is placed on the organization and supervision of cooperative programs, the duties and responsibilities of the coordinator, the selection and placement of students, the evaluation of training stations, and the evaluation of student occupational competencies. | ||
Other Courses
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| BSED 831 | Coordinating Techniques | 3 |
This course analyzes vocational cooperative programs and their relationship to the comprehensive school curriculum for combining school-based and work-based learning. The challenges of developing and implementing an effective work-based learning experience are explored. Emphasis is placed on the organization and supervision of cooperative programs, the duties and responsibilities of the coordinator, the selection and placement of students, the evaluation of training stations, and the evaluation of student occupational competencies. | ||
Tuition & Fees
Nebraska Residents
Per Credit Hour
- Tuition
- $315.00
- Fees
- $52.25
- Total
- $367.25
3 Credit Hours
- Tuition
- $945.00
- Fees
- $156.75
- Total
- $1101.75
Out of State Residents
Per Credit Hour
- Tuition
- $444.00
- Fees
- $52.25
- Total
- $496.25
3 Credit Hours
- Tuition
- $1332.00
- Fees
- $156.75
- Total
- $1488.75
About Faculty
University of Nebraska online courses are taught by expert faculty who embody the qualities resulting from research experience and professional/field experience. Students learn from faculty with a variety of backgrounds, many of whom are published researchers in their fields. NU faculty who teach online do so in a way that optimizes learning within the online modality and because technology enables students to access education they may otherwise may not be able to pursue.
Application Deadlines
Rolling admissions. Application review will begin upon receipt of all required application materials.
