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EdTerps Learning Academy (ETLA)

EdTerps Learning Academy Programs

The EdTerps Learning Academy provides learning opportunities for working professionals in the field of Education. Programs offered within the EdTerps Learning Academy culminate in graduate degrees from the 糖心少女 College of Education, including Ed.D., M.Ed., and Graduate Certificates, as well as eligibility for certain Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) certifications, including MSDE , MSDE , and MSDE . The EdTerps Learning Academy also supports educator career advancement through professional development learning opportunities.

Housed in the 糖心少女鈥檚 College of Education, the EdTerps Learning Academy offers programs designed to provide flexibility and career advancement opportunities for working professionals, accommodating personal and professional responsibilities. Programs feature in-person instruction, 100% online learning, or a mixture of both. In-person classes may be held at , specific county-school locations, or other approved sites.

The EdTerps Learning Academy offers innovative and dynamic programs in the following portfolios:

 

Principal

School Improvement Leadership

Post Baccalaureate Certificate/Admin 1 Certification

Online

Online


Info Session

Enrolling for Fall 

Deadline: August 1, 2025

Audience: Educators (K-12)

Elementary Teacher

Creative Initiatives in Teacher Education

M.Ed. /Elementary Education Certification 

Hybrid

Hybrid (one time a week in person)

Enrolling for Fall

Deadline: June 3, 2025

Audience: Paraeducators, support staff, conditionally hired educators

Administrator

School System Leadership

Ed.D./Superintendent II Certification

In-Person

In-Person

Enrolling for fall every other year

Audience: PK-12 assistant principals, principals and central office employees

Math Teacher

Equitable Math Leadership

Post Baccalaureate Certificate

Hybrid

Hybrid


*For PGCPS educators only

Info Session

Enrolling for Spring

Deadlines: 

Elementary: June 2, 2025

Middle: July 15, 2025

Audience: Elementary and middle school math educators aspiring to become math leads

Student

Middle School Math

M.Ed.

In-Person

In-Person

Enrolling for Fall

Deadline: May 30, 2025

Audience: Elementary or middle educators who wish to specialize in middle school math

Student

Special Education for General Education Teachers in Inclusive Classrooms

Graduate Certificate

Online

Online

Rolling Admissions

Audience: Any K-12 general educator in an inclusive classroom

Student

Special Education, Autism Spectrum Disorders

M.Ed.

Online

Online

Enrolling for Fall

Deadline: August 15, 2025

Audience: Any K-12 educator or special educator interested in specializing in autism spectrum disorders

Students

Dual Language Education 

Post Baccalaureate Certificate

Hybrid

Hybrid

Enrolling for Fall

Deadline: July 1, 2025

Audience: Any educator who wishes to lead a Dual Language education program in PK-12 schools, including bilingual and language immersion programs 

Student

Supporting Immigrant Students for Professional School Counselors

Post Master's Certificate

Hybrid

Hybrid


*For PGCPS counselors only

Enrolling for Summer

Deadline: June 15, 2025

Audience: Any school counselor or pupil personnel worker in PGCPS