Pre-K Special Needs Endorsement Preparation
Pre-K Special Needs Endorsement is designed for licensed teachers who wish to add an area or specialization in early childhood special education specific to inclusive preschool. If you add this endorsement, you can teach in an Ohio public preschool, which is a special education unit funded by the federal government. The Pre-K Special Needs Endorsement is based on the competencies identified by the Ohio Department of Education (ODE). This endorsement provides teachers with the coursework and field experiences necessary to work effectively in inclusive and self-contained preschool environments with children who have identified disabilities or who may be at risk for disabilities. If they wish, students may obtain a master's degree in special education in conjunction with the endorsement requirements.