Certified teachers in Louisiana may add-on additional certifications to their teaching certificate by completing requirements found in Bulletin 746: Louisiana Standards for State Certification of School Personnel.
Teachers must be enrolled in the University to be able to register for coursework towards add-on certification. Active enrollment can be achieved through applying as a graduate student to the non-degree Add-on Certification program. The decision to admit is based on having a valid teaching certificate.
The Graduate Handbook provides important information about how to register for classes, how advising works, etc. Students admitted to the Add-on Certification program are considered graduate students.
Add-on certification must be added to a valid Louisiana teaching certificate.
Coursework Requirements
| Southeastern Course Used | Louisiana State Department Category |
| KIN 321 or 612 | Motor Development & Learning |
| SPED 200 or 600 | Introduction to the Exceptional Child |
| KIN 431 or EDUC 407 or MAT 630 | Tests & Measurements |
| KIN 491 or 591 | Introduction to Physical Education with Handicapped Individuals |
| KIN 492 or 592 | Behavior and Educational Impairment and PE |
| KIN 493 or 593 | Chronic Disability and PE |
| KIN 494 or 594 | Physical Education Curriculum for Handicapped Children |
Additional Louisiana State Department of Education Certification Requirements:
Upon completing all requirements, the teacher's district will send an Evaluation, Add-On, Course Approval & Name Change Application (Application Type - EV) and any other documents (e.g., transcripts) to the Louisiana State Department of Education to add the new area to the existing teaching certificate.
Add-on certification must be added to a valid Louisiana teaching certificate.
Art, Foreign Language, Health/Physical Education, and Music
Coursework Requirements
| Southeastern Course Used | Louisiana State Department Category |
|---|---|
| Various | 30 credit hours in the specialty content area* |
* Please see the Louisiana State Department website for a list of acceptable courses. OR A passing score for the PRAXIS specialty area exam in the area of endorsement.
Additional Louisiana State Department of Education Certification Requirements:
Upon completing all requirements, the teacher's district will send an Evaluation, Add-On, Course Approval & Name Change Application (Application Type - EV) and any other documents (e.g., transcripts) to the Louisiana State Department of Education to add the new area to the existing teaching certificate.
Add-on certification must be added to a valid Louisiana teaching certificate.
Coursework Requirements
| Southeastern Course Used | Louisiana State Department Category |
|---|---|
| Various | Accumulate*
|
| EDUC 657 | Accumulate 9 semester hours of reading |
* Please see the Louisiana State Department website for a list of acceptable courses.
OR
A passing score for the PRAXIS Elementary Content exam. (Check the Louisiana State Department website or the PRAXIS website for the current test number and passing scores.)
Additional Louisiana State Department of Education Certification Requirements:
Upon completing all requirements, the teacher's district will send an Evaluation, Add-On, Course Approval & Name Change Application (Application Type - EV) and any other documents (e.g., transcripts) to the Louisiana State Department of Education to add the new area to the existing teaching certificate.
Add-on certification must be added to a valid Louisiana teaching certificate.
Coursework Requirements
| Southeastern Course Used | Louisiana State Department Category |
|---|---|
| EDUC 416 or 516 | Methods of Teaching ESL |
| COMM 410 or 510 or 620 | Introduction to Language and Culture |
| ENGL 414 or 524 | Structure of the English Language |
| EDUC 428 or 528 | Curriculum Design for the Multicultural Classroom |
Additional Louisiana State Department of Education Certification Requirements:
Note: English as a Second Language layers on your previous certification. You become certified to teach whatever your previous area was to students with limited English-speaking ability.
Teacher candidates may complete the requirements for this certification simultaneously while earning initial certification. If done during initial certification, the add-on will be requested at the same time as application for the initial teaching certificate.
Note: This coursework does not lead to the TESOL certification.
Upon completing all requirements, the teacher's district will send an Evaluation, Add-On, Course Approval, & Name Change Application (Application Type - EV) and any other documents (e.g., transcripts) to the Louisiana State Department of Education to add the new area to the existing teaching certificate.
Add-on certification must be added to a valid Louisiana teaching certificate.
Coursework Requirements
| Southeastern Course Used | Louisiana State Department Category |
|---|---|
| EDUC 657 or 658 EDUC 661 or 664 | 6 semester hours of reading* |
| Various | 30 credit hours in the specialty content area** |
* Or, achieve a passing score for the PRAXIS Teaching Reading exam.
** Please see the Louisiana State Department website for a list of acceptable courses.
OR
A passing score for the PRAXIS specialty area exam in the area of endorsement.
Upon completing all requirements, the teacher's district will send an Evaluation, Add-On, Course Approval & Name Change Application (Application Type - EV) and any other documents (e.g., transcripts) to the Louisiana State Department of Education to add the new area to the existing teaching certificate.
Add-on certification must be added to a valid Louisiana teaching certificate.
Coursework Requirements
| Southeastern Course Used | Louisiana State Department Category |
|---|---|
| EDUC 657 or 677 | Foundations of Reading |
| EDUC 661 or 678 | Diagnosis and correction of reading to include a Practicum (6 semester hours) |
| EDUC 665 or 666 | |
| EDUC 664 | Reading in the Content Area |
Additional Louisiana State Department of Education Certification Requirements:
Note: Reading Specialist Certification will be valid for teaching and/or supervision of reading in grades 1-12.
Upon completing all requirements, the teacher's district will send an Evaluation, Add-On, Course Approval & Name Change Application (Application Type - EV) and any other documents (e.g., transcripts) to the Louisiana State Department of Education to add the new area to the existing teaching certificate.
Add-on certification must be added to a valid Louisiana teaching certificate.
Course Requirements
| Southeastern Course Used | Louisiana State Department Category |
|---|---|
| Various | 30 credit hours in the specialty content area* |
* Please see the Louisiana State Department website for a list of acceptable courses.
OR
A passing score for the PRAXIS Secondary Specialty Area Exam in the specialty content area.
Additional Louisiana State Department of Education Certification Requirements:
Upon completing all requirements, the teacher's district will send an Evaluation, Add-On, Course Approval & Name Change Application (Application Type - EV) and any other documents (e.g., transcripts) to the Louisiana State Department of Education to add the new area to the existing teaching certificate.
Add-on certification must be added to a valid Louisiana teaching certificate.
Course Requirements
| Southeastern Course Used | Louisiana State Department Category |
|---|---|
| Various | 21 credit hours in the specialty content area* |
* Please see the Louisiana State Department website for a list of acceptable courses.
OR
A passing score for the PRAXIS Secondary Specialty Area Exam in the content area.
Additional Louisiana State Department of Education Certification Requirements:
Upon completing all requirements, the teacher's district will send an Evaluation, Add-On, Course Approval & Name Change Application (Application Type - EV) and any other documents (e.g., transcripts) to the Louisiana State Department of Education to add the new area to the existing teaching certificate.
Add-on certification must be added to a valid Louisiana teaching certificate.
Coursework Requirements
| Southeastern Course Used | Louisiana State Department Category |
|---|---|
| LSA 405/505 | Elementary/Secondary Library Materials (9 semester hours) |
| LSA 610 or LSED 401/501 or LSED 402/502 | |
| LSA 610 or LSED 401/501 or LSED 402/502 | |
| LSA 403/503 | Organization/Administration of a School Library (6 semester hours) |
| LSA 404/504 | |
| LSA 580 | School Librarian Practicum* |
*May be replaced with three years of successful experience as a school librarian.
Upon completing all requirements, the teacher's district will send an Evaluation, Add-On, Course Approval & Name Change Application (Application Type - EV) and any other documents (e.g., transcripts) to the Louisiana State Department of Education to add the new area to the existing teaching certificate.
The Teacher Leader Endorsement consists of the first two courses in the Master of Education in Educational Leadership degree program. For applicants who wish to pursue the endorsement only and not apply to the Master of Education program, the applicant must apply to Southeastern as a Non-Degree, Add-On Certification student and follow the steps listed below.
The applicant must apply for Non-Degree, Add-On Certification status to Southeastern Louisiana University online through the Graduate Admissions Process website and if the application permits, note that the add on certification is for the Teacher Leader Endorsement in Educational Leadership.
The applicant must submit to the Office of Admissions a copy of one's valid teaching certificate showing the name of the university through which the teaching certificate was obtained. If the name of the university is not listed, the applicant must submit verification of the university through which the certificate was obtained. This could be an unofficial or official transcript that lists the granting of the teaching certificate on it.
The applicant must submit the required Immunization form to the Office of Admissions.
Admissions will send the completed application to the Dean of the College of Education who in turn will send it to the Program Director for a decision on admission to the program.
Once the applicant has been accepted into the Teacher Leader Endorsement program, permission will be given to register for the two required courses-- EDL 610 Research Methods for Educational Leaders and EDL 612 Fostering Vision and Leadership in Educational Environments.
If the applicant later decides to pursue the Masters program, the two courses will count toward the Master of Education degree in Educational Leadership as long as all courses required for the M.Ed. degree can be completed within six years of the date of graduation. However, the applicant must change the admission status to the Educational Leadership Masters program and apply to the Program Director for admission to the Master of Education in Educational Leadership program.
Upon successful completion of the two courses, the student must then have the employing district send an Evaluation, Add-On, Course Approval & Name Change Application (Application Type - EV) and any other documents (e.g., transcripts) to the Louisiana State Department of Education to add the new area to the existing teaching certificate.
Please address questions regarding the Teacher Leader Endorsement program to:
Dr. John Hatcher
Assistant Professor
Coordinator for the Master's Degree Program in Educational Leadership
Southeastern Louisiana University
SLU 10549
Hammond, LA 70402
[email protected]
985 549-5713
Add-on certification must be added to a valid Louisiana teaching certificate.
Coursework Requirements
| Southeastern Course Used | Louisiana State Department Category |
|---|---|
| EDUC 648 | Characteristics/Study of Gifted Individuals |
| EDUC 649 | Methods of Teaching the Gifted |
| EDUC 618 | Social and Emotional Needs of the Gifted |
| EDUC 647 | Creative Thinking and Problem Solving OR Curriculum Development for the Gifted |
| EDUC 679 | Educational Technology |
| EDUC 646 | Three (3) hours in a practicum for academically gifted* |
*Teachers with a master's degree teaching in positions that require gifted certification may be able to use 3 years of successful teaching experience.
Additional Louisiana State Department of Education Certification Requirements:
Note: Academically Gifted Certification layers on your previous certification. You become certified to teach whatever your previous area was to students identified as gifted. For example, if you are certified to teach Secondary English, the Academically Gifted certification allows you to teach Gifted Secondary English. Please consult with your district's Human Resource Department about specific certification requirements for your position.
Upon completing all requirements, the teacher's district will send an Evaluation, Add-On, Course Approval & Name Change Application (Application Type - EV) and any other documents (e.g., transcripts) to the Louisiana State Department of Education to add the new area to the existing teaching certificate.
Add-on certification must be added to a valid Louisiana teaching certificate.
Coursework Requirements
| Southeastern Course Used | Louisiana State Department Category |
|---|---|
| SPED 682 | Foundations in Early Childhood Education and Early Intervention |
| SPED 680 | Understanding and Working with Families of Young Children |
| SPED 688 | Assessment in Early Intervention |
| SPED 683 | Early Intervention Methods |
| SPED 689 | Teaming, Physical and Medical Management in Early Intervention |
| SPED 685 | Communication and Literacy in Early Intervention |
| EDUC 657 EDUC 677 EDUC 678 | Nine semester hours of reading* |
*Some reading coursework can be used from undergraduate teacher preparation coursework.
Additional Louisiana State Department of Education Certification Requirements:
Upon completing all requirements, the teacher's district will send an Evaluation, Add-On, Course Approval & Name Change Application (Application Type - EV) and any other documents (e.g., transcripts) to the Louisiana State Department of Education to add the new area to the existing teaching certificate.
Add-on certification must be added to a valid Louisiana teaching certificate.
Coursework Requirements
| Southeastern Course Used | Louisiana State Department Category |
|---|---|
| SPED 608 | Assessment and Evaluation of Students with Disabilities |
| SPED 670 | Fundamentals of Instructional Technology |
| SPED 612 | Behavioral Support and Intervention |
| SPED 613 | Collaborative Teaming |
| SPED 663 | Instructional Practices in Special Education |
| EDUC 657 | Reading and Literacy (including literacy intervention for students with disabilities) |
Additional Louisiana State Department of Education Certification Requirements:
Upon completing all requirements, the teacher's district will send an Evaluation, Add-On, Course Approval & Name Change Application (Application Type - EV) and any other documents (e.g., transcripts) to the Louisiana State Department of Education to add the new area to the existing teaching certification.
Add-on certification must be added to a valid Louisiana teaching certificate.
Coursework Requirements
| Southeastern Course Used | Louisiana State Department Category |
|---|---|
| SPED 608 | Assessment and Evaluation of Students with Disabilities |
| SPED 670 | Fundamentals of Instructional Technology |
| SPED 603 | Self Determination and Transition |
| SPED 612 | Behavioral Support and Intervention |
| SPED 613 | Collaborative Teaming |
| SPED 663 | Instructional Practices in Special Education |
Additional Louisiana State Department of Education Certification Requirements:
Upon completing all requirements, the teacher's district will send an Evaluation, Add-On, Course Approval & Name Change Application (Application Type - EV) and any other documents (e.g., transcripts) to the Louisiana State Department of Education to add the new area to the existing teaching certification.
Add-on certification must be added to a valid Louisiana teaching certificate.
Course Requirements
| Southeastern Course Used | Louisiana State Department Category |
|---|---|
| SPED 608 | Assessment and Evaluation |
| SPED 603 | Curriculum Development, modifications, and transition planning |
| SPED 612 | Behavior Support |
| SPED 649 | Instructional Strategies |
| SPED 670 | Communication |
| SPED 767 | Collaborative techniques and family partnerships |
| SPED 650 | Characteristics of students with significant disabilities, physical support, health and safety |
Additional Louisiana State Department of Education Certification Requirements:
Upon completing all requirements, the teacher's district will send an Evaluation, Add-On, Course Approval & Name Change Application (Application Type - EV) and any other documents (e.g., transcripts) to the Louisiana State Department of Education to add the new area to the existing teaching certificate.
Add-on certification must be added to a valid Louisiana teaching certificate.
Coursework Requirements
| Southeastern Course Used | Louisiana State Department Category |
|---|---|
| EDUC 657 (elementary) or 658 (secondary) EDUC 661 | Diagnosis of Reading Problems (6 semester hours) |
| EDUC 664 | Foundations of Reading* |
| SPED 686 | Applied Learning Theory |
| SPED 612 | Behavioral Intervention Strategies, including systematic, behavioral assessment. |
| SPED 613 | Consulting Teacher Strategies |
| SPED 614 | Precision Assessment & Diagnostic/Prescriptive Strategies |
| SPED 708 (SPED 608 will also meet this requirement) | Test Theory |
| SPED 710 | Educational Diagnosis |
| SPED 716 | Supervised Internship |
* Needed for Secondary or All-Level prepared teachers. Elementary prepared teachers do not need this class.
Additional Louisiana State Department of Education Certification Requirements:
Upon completing all requirements, the teacher's district will send an Evaluation, Add-On, Course Approval & Name Change Application (Application Type - EV) and any other documents (e.g., transcripts) to the Louisiana State Department of Education to add the new area to the existing teaching certificate.
Some certification areas have additional requirements beyond coursework. Requirements such as Praxis exam scores, proof of experience, etc. are sent to the Louisiana State Department of Education upon application for adding the certification to an existing teaching certificate.
Add-on enrollment status is not a degree program. Teachers who have prior coursework from other universities do not need to transfer coursework to Southeastern, but instead need to work with the Louisiana State Department of Education to confirm which courses from other universities meet specific certification requirements.
To apply for an add-on certification, you must have an existing teaching certificate. You will apply for a non-degree program as a graduate student. An add-on certification is not for those seeking an initial teacher certification (see the Alternative Certification page for initial certification information).
Please contact the Graduate Coordinator, Dr. Ellen Caillouet at [email protected] with questions.
