Walden University Partners with Organizations to Offer Degrees Online to Educators, Administrators
Walden University has formed a partnership with three education groups to provide professional development opportunities to their teachers, administrators, and staff.
Under the new alliance, educators and associates of the South Central Service Cooperative in Minnesota, the Mississippi Bend Area Education Agency in Iowa, and the Tennessee Organization of School Superintendents will have the opportunity to enroll in higher education programs at The Richard W. Riley College of Education and Leadership at Walden University.
A Professional Education Legacy Continues
The university, which was founded in 1970 by two teachers, has a long history of supporting education and educators.
"Walden University has a rich professional education legacy, and we are committed to helping the learning, achievement, and success of students in eastern Iowa, southern Minnesota, and Tennessee by preparing outstanding educators," said Victoria Reid, vice president of the Riley College of Education and Leadership at Walden University.
The alliance facilitates access for the groups' members to Walden's master's and doctoral programs, as well as the B.S. in Child Development and B.S. in Instructional Design and Technology programs, Minnesota state-approved teacher preparation programs and Minnesota state-approved special education endorsement programs.
The opportunity is available to various members of the organizations' local education community including
- Teachers at all levels of development
- School administrative officials
- School staff and associates
Reid said, "We are proud partners with these organizations in their initiatives to address the growing professional development needs of educators and administrators."
Teacher Scholarships at Walden University
Active teachers pursuing an M.S. in Education degree may be eligible for one of the new 100 full-tuition scholarships offered by the Riley College of Education and Leadership.
The Riley Scholars are chosen based on scholarship criteria including a nomination form, letter of recommendation, and essay. The scholarships were recently announced at the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) Asia meeting in Hong Kong.
Walden University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org; 1-312-263-0456.
Prospective Alabama students: Contact the Teacher Education and Certification Division of the Alabama State Department of Education at 1-334-242-9935 or www.alsde.edu to verify that these programs qualify for teacher certification, endorsement, and/or salary benefits.
Prospective Washington state students are advised to contact the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction at 1-360-725-6320 or prof.educ@k12.wa.us to determine whether Walden's programs in the field of education are approved for teacher certification or endorsements in Washington state. Additionally, teachers are advised to contact their individual school district as to whether this program may qualify for salary advancement.
Walden University cannot guarantee that completion of coursework or any degree-level program (bachelor's, master's, education specialist, or doctorate) will lead to educator licensure, certification, or endorsement. Walden does offer some Minnesota state-approved programs. While it remains the prospective student's responsibility to comply with state requirements, a Walden enrollment advisor can provide generalized state-specific information. Call 1-866-492-5336 or visit www.WaldenU.edu for details.
