Introduction

Interested in adding a Gifted and Talented Endorsement to your South Carolina teaching certificate? We offer coursework to help get you there. The coursework for this endorsement is offered as graduate courses worth 3 graduate credit hours. Requirements for teachers of Gifted and Talented courses are specified in R. 43-220.

Individuals who wish to add Gifted and Talented to an existing certificate must meet the following requirements.

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Initial or professional certificate at any level
  • Specialized preparation (required courses); 3 graduate credit hours each

Course Offerings

Required Topic VirtualSC PD’s Course Title
Nature and Needs of Gifted and Talented Students Nature and Needs: GT PD Endorsement for Educators
Introduction to Curriculum and Instruction for Gifted and Talented Student Introduction to Curriculum and Instruction for Gifted and Talented Students: GT PD Endorsement for Educators

Please note that Nature and Needs: GT PD Endorsement for Educators is a prerequisite for Introduction to Curriculum and Instruction for Gifted and Talented Students: GT PD Endorsement for Educators.